FLT Operative

  • Pin Point Recruitment
  • Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear
  • Mar 05, 2026
Seasonal Transportation Automotive

Job Description

FLT Operative

  • Houghton-Le-Spring
  • 12.47 - 14.47 per hour
  • 2 Shift pattern (Days and Lates)
  • Opportunity to gain full time employment

Pin Point Recruitment are currently recruiting for FLT Operatives for long term work with a leading global client within the automotive industry based in Houghton Le Spring.

Our client has over 100 years' experience and has earned a reputation for excellence through building a future on innovation. With a large order book and growing product base, they are looking to recruit candidates who are available to start immediately, in their modern factory facility

2 Shift Pattern:

  • Days 07:00 - 15:15
  • Lates 16:35 - 00:50
  • This role will be working a two-shift pattern. You must also be flexible to work all shifts and overtime as and when required.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Moving materials around the warehouse using an FLT
  • Operating in a safe manner at all times
  • Following standard operating procedures
  • Manually feeding production lines with parts
  • Loading and unloading stock
  • Use of handheld scanner
  • Adhering to strict health and safety policies at all times
  • Working within a team to ensure smooth running of the warehouse

Required Skills & Experience

  • In date Counter Balance licence and experience is required
  • A positive attitude and willing to learn new skills

Benefits

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Competitive shift premiums
  • On-going training
  • Permanent work opportunities
  • Summer and Winter factory shutdowns
  • Subsidised meals via the onsite canteen
  • Free tea and coffee provision
  • Free onsite car, motorbike and bicycle parking
  • Break time Leisure facilities (i.e Pool Table)
  • Free feminine hygiene products
  • Lockers and storage facilities for personal belongings
  • Regular Welfare and wellbeing days and events

For further details on this excellent opportunity to join a leading local employer, please apply with your CV.