FLT Operator

FLT operators

Please note you must be able to work in the UK without a sponsor

Who are we?

A & J Scott Ltd is a family owned, leading independent home-grown sawmill based at Wooperton, between Alnwick and Wooler. Alongside continued investment in state-of-the-art machinery and equipment as a rural company we take sustainability seriously. We are passionate about the beautiful environment around us, and we take the time to invest in measures that protect our environment and support the sustainable growth of our rural economy.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for FLT operator's to join our dedicated despatch team.

You will be responsible for safely operating a forklift up to and including 5 ton to ensure timber is correctly and safely moved in accordance with company procedures. You will also be responsible for observing health and safety standards be motivated to ensure quality standards and daily targets are achieved.

You must have recent Forklift experience and a valid counterbalance FLT ticket.

Experience within a manufacturing environment loading and unloading wagons would be desirable.

Additionally you have a positive attitude to work, and you ensure that everything you move or load is of a quality expected by our customers. You will be dependable and take pride in your work and pay great attention to detail

You will be flexible and willing to learn and train in other departments as and when demand dictates.

This position may include some physical work and involves working inside and outside.

Shifts

The company operates shift patterns which differ depending on which location you will be working within the site.

Dayshift working hours: 7am - 4pm Monday - Friday

Nightshift working hours: Monday -Thursday 5:45pm- 5:45am. Friday

40 hours average per week. Will include weekend working.

What we will offer you

Discretionary monthly bonus linked to production targets.

Nightshift allowance

Discretionary Christmas bonus

Paid day off for your birthday

Access to health and wellbeing services

Company provided workwear

On-site parking

Alongside this we are dedicated to helping you grow and develop, so we will train and support you in your role and provide opportunities for progression. We have a great team spirit who support and help each other.

If your forklift certificate has expired, we are able to provide an in-house training and certification process.

We would love to hear from you

If this sounds like you, please apply by submitting your CV including the reasons why you are interested in the role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.71-£13.55 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Alnwick NE66 4XW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Have you worked within a manufacturing setting?

Experience:

• FLT operation : 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• Forklift Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person