FLT Operator

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

We are currently recruiting for a FLT Operator at our Northampton Site, primarily working at our Crow Lane warehouse, Monday to Friday on a 2-shift days pattern. 

• Ensuring stock is accurate in main and external warehouses, preventing shorts / late’s to customers and stock obsolescence.
• Arranging and reconciling stock takes, carrying out perpetual stock takes as part of a team.
• Check incoming board for damage and shape and inform supervisor if load is unsafe.
• Check incoming board for FSC compliance (following the Non-compliance procedure as necessary
• Ensuring stock is in saleable condition.
• Pro-active control of current and expected stock levels.
• Understanding loading discrepancies and reconciling system / paperwork accordingly.
• Communicating issues within Despatch to appropriate departments.
• Control and monitoring of quarantine area and query warehouses.
• Conducting behavioural audits of Main Warehouse and Despatch to ensure Health and Safety best practices are being followed.
• Monitoring productivity levels within Despatch and performing to required standard.
• Identifying any maintenance requirements or improvements within the production area and communicate accordingly.
• Coordinating and reporting forklift truck maintenance issues.
• Ensure departments housekeeping is maintained and kept clean at all times.
• Embracing training to become multi-skilled in all production areas and roles within the department.
• Loading / unloading trailers, working in collaboration with all third party transport companies.
• Checking pallet labels match current job when getting work out for the machines
• Cleaning and maintaining machinery (FLT and baler when working out the back).
• Demonstrating flexibility in operating a variety of roles proficiently (rotating duties)
• Ensure accurate records are maintained throughout production process.
• Minimise downtime by forward planning to ensure all materials are available well in advance
• Adhere to Site Health & Safety, Quality and Hygiene requirements.
• All other reasonable duties.

The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic and a commitment to succeed.  A keen eye for detail and quality awareness will be essential.  Previous production, manufacturing and forklift experience is desirable.

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.