Overview
Forklift Operator – Aldershot, Hampshire, United Kingdom, Hampshire, Gu12 4PQ
Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!
Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.
About Us
We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.
The Role
Smurfit Westrock Beacon: – An opportunity has arisen for a Forklift Truck Operator working within the Logistics Department. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, this role will work alongside other shift-based operators.
Main Duties:
- Ensuring health and safety best practices are followed throughout department as to prevent injury to themselves and co-workers.
- Reporting all safety related incidents and concerns in a timely manner.
- Ensuring compliance to PPE, SSoW, Quality Standards and Housekeeping standards.
- Supporting the Shift Supervisor and other FLT Operators to deliver the daily Transport and Warehouse plan.
- Working constructively with their co-workers and the wider team to continuously drive improvement in safety, quality and waste efficiency.
- Demonstrating an open, professional and positive culture on their shift
- The role is expected to work a 42.5 hour working week on the afternoon shift with flexibility to move across the PM/AM shifts at reasonable notice.
Key Skills & Knowledge
- Strong commitment to working safely with the ability to demonstrate a positive safety culture.
- Experience of working within a warehouse environment.
- Positive attitude and an ability to work effectively as part of a team with a clean and tidy work ethic.
- Good attendance records and excellent work ethic are essential.
- Experience of, and the ability to work towards tight deadlines without compromising safety and quality expectations.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and to identify and act upon process improvement opportunities.
- A current forklift truck license must be held. Training can be provided for site specific requirements.
- Basic computer skills are required and barcode scanning knowledge an advantage.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
- Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
- Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.
Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.
We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
