Forklift Driver

  • Prime Appointments
  • Witham, Essex
  • May 07, 2026
Seasonal Manufacturing

Job Description

Counterbalance Forklift Driver
Location: Witham
Pay: 14.00 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday - weekly rotating shifts
07:00 - 15:00
15:00 - 23:00
Contract: Temp to Perm

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Witham. This is a long-term, temp-to-perm opportunity offering stability, training, and the potential to secure a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Daily operation of a counterbalance forklift

  • Loading and unloading lorries

  • Carrying out moisture checks on products

  • Operating filling machinery to load 1-tonne bags

  • Moving finished goods into the warehouse

  • Supporting general production and housekeeping tasks as required

The Ideal Forklift Driver Candidate:

  • Holds a valid, in-date Counterbalance Forklift licence

  • Has previous experience within manufacturing and production, logistics distribution and supply chain environments

  • Lives locally to Witham or has reliable transport

  • Demonstrates a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn new processes

  • Is seeking a long-term role with temp-to-perm progression

What's on Offer:

  • Weekly pay

  • Overtime opportunities

  • Stable Monday to Friday working pattern

  • Ongoing training and development

If you have counterbalance forklift experience and are looking for a secure, long-term opportunity within manufacturing, we would like to hear from you. Apply today

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