Forklift Warehouse Operative

Position: Forklift Warehouse Operative (Permanent)
Location: Nantgarw

Forklift Warehouse Operative

Location:

Nantgarw
Salary: £36,877 (including 25% shift allowance)

Hours:

40 per week, rotating shifts

Shifts:

* Days: 6am-2pm (Mon-Fri)

* Afternoons: 2pm-10pm (Mon-Fri)
(Night shift may be introduced in 2026)

Manpower is recruiting a Forklift Warehouse Operative for our client in Nantgarw. We're looking for someone flexible, reliable, and proactive, ideally with experience in a production or manufacturing environment. You'll play a key part in keeping warehouse operations efficient, accurate and safe.

Main duties

* Carry out general warehouse duties across goods in, dispatch, and returns

* Pick, pack, wrap, label, and prepare customer orders for dispatch

* Load courier vehicles and unload incoming deliveries

* Conduct stock checks and stock takes

* Use the in-house system (RADIUS) to record activity accurately

* Maintain high standards of quality, service, and housekeeping

* Support continuous improvement and safety initiatives across the site

* Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments

What you'll need

* Valid RTITB or ITSSAR Counterbalance licence (essential)

* Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Forklift licence (desirable)

* Ability to work rotating shifts

* Strong work ethic with great attention to detail

* Experience in modern warehousing, goods in/out, and WMS systems (Radius or similar)

* Understanding of safety, quality, and customer service standards

* Self-motivated, dependable, and willing to learn

This role evolves with the needs of the business, so you'll be encouraged to develop your skills and adapt to new challenges