Production Operative FLT Driver
Listed on 2026-11-02
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Associate / Production Line, Food Production, Operations Management, Forklift Operator
Continental Shift Operator / Counterbalance FLT Driver – Darley Dale
£20.37 per hour | Continental 4-on/4-off Pattern | Temp to Perm
Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are recruiting for a Continental Shift Operator / Counterbalance FLT Driver to join a well-established industrial recycling operation in Darley Dale, Derbyshire.
This is a varied, hands-on role within a busy battery recycling facility, combining Counterbalance FLT driving with battery sorting, auditing and general production duties.
Please note: this is not a full-time FLT driving position. You will also be required to work along the production conveyor, sorting and auditing batteries as part of the recycling process.
The RoleOperating a B1 Counterbalance Forklift Truck when required to move materials around the site.
Sorting batteries along the production conveyor.
Auditing and inspecting batteries as part of the recycling process.
Supporting production operations and maintaining the flow of materials.
Carrying out general operational duties as required.
Following site health and safety procedures at all times.
Wearing the required PPE, including respiratory protection where necessary.
What We're Looking ForA valid
B1 Counterbalance FLT licence
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Previous Counterbalance FLT driving experience.
A reliable, hardworking and flexible approach.
The ability to work in a hot, dusty and physically demanding industrial environment.
Willingness to undertake a combination of forklift driving, battery sorting, auditing and production duties.
A strong commitment to health and safety.
Hours and PayTwo night shifts: 18:00–06:00.
Four days off before the next rotation.
After seven rotations, an
18-day rostered break
.
Contract: Temporary to permanent opportunity.
This role involves a combination of FLT driving and hands‑on production work. You will not be driving a forklift for the entire shift, so you must be comfortable carrying out battery sorting, auditing and general duties on the production line.
The recruitment process includes a site tour, blood test, and occupational health monitoring. Candidates must be comfortable working in a heavy industrial environment, wearing full PPE including overalls and a respiratory mask for their full shifts.
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