Forklift Operator/Warehouse
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Position Overview & Specifications
At Elliott Baxter and Co Ltd we currently have a vacancy for a vacancy for an experienced Counterbalance FLT driver / Warehouse Operative at our branch at Manchester
As a Warehouse Operative, your role will include:
- Undertaking duties including loading/unloading of the vehicles.
- Ensure all orders are fulfilled to the right quality and quantity
- Comply with training provided on operational duties, manual handling, Health and Safety at work legislation and company policies.
- Communicate and update management on service levels and Health and Safety to achieve an effective distribution process.
- Check for damaged or missing items.
- Keeping the warehouse environment clean and tidy
- Complete relevant documentation/tasks.
Benefits
Flexible holiday scheme | Cycle to Work scheme | On-site canteen | Commitment to your training and development | Discretionary Staff Bonus |
Additional Information
Working hours: 0700 - 1700, Monday - Friday
Salary: OTE £25,000.00
Essential Skills
Counterbalance Forklift
A strong focus on customer service.
Numeric and literacy skills.
Pays attention to detail at all times.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Team player.
Flexible approach.
Experience driving a man up VNA truck and or clamp truck would be an advantage although training would be given to the successful candidate
About Company
Elliott Baxter & Company Ltd is the UK and Ireland's leading independent paper and board supplier. Our aim is to combine service excellence with a people friendly approach, setting the standard for best practice in our industry. We are comprised of four divisions stocking and supplying paper, board and office products across the UK and Ireland from eleven state-of-the-art distributions depots using our own fleet of vehicles.
Our reputation for delivering paper and board on time, every time, is probably without equal within the trade.
This is a great opportunity to join an innovative company who puts the customer at the heart of everything we do.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
- Counter Balance Forklift Licence (required)
- VAN Man Up Forklift Licence (preferred)
- Clamp Truck Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: B11 WAREHOB
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Forklift Operator/Warehouse roles across Elliott Baxter & Co Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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