Job description
Blue Arrow is recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturing client for Manufacturing Support Operatives with a valid Counterbalance FLT licence . This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established site offering regular overtime, shift allowances and long-term career prospects. Based on the client information and job description provided.
Shift Pattern
You will work a rotating shift pattern:
2 weeks: Monday-Friday, 06:00-14:00
2 weeks: Monday-Friday, 14:00-22:00
2 weeks: Monday-Thursday, 22:00-06:00
The night shift operates over four nights, with employees paid for five, providing an additional shift allowance benefit. Overtime is available and paid at enhanced rates.
The Role
This is a predominantly FLT-based position with some manufacturing support duties.
Responsibilities include:
Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
Transporting raw materials, pallets, drums and IBC containers around site
Loading and unloading vehicles
Supporting production areas with materials replenishment
Carrying out daily FLT safety checks
Managing waste and housekeeping activities
Operating industrial washing equipment for manufacturing utensils
Ensuring high standards of health, safety and GMP compliance
Maintaining clean and organised working areas at all times
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Valid Counterbalance FLT licence
Full UK driving licence
Good attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good time management skills
Physically fit and capable of manual handling duties
Flexible approach to work and shifts
Desirable:
Previous experience in a manufacturing or GMP
Benefits
Competitive salary
Paid shift allowance on nights
Regular overtime opportunities
Enhanced overtime rates:
1.25x Monday-Friday
1.5x Saturdays until midday
2x Saturdays after midday through to Monday 06:00
Long-term career opportunities
Full training and support provided
If you hold a Counterbalance FLT licence and are looking for a varied role within a busy manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Claire at Blue Arrow Maidstone on 01622 662144 for more information.
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Ashford
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 14-10-2026
- Profession type
- Logistics jobs
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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