Job Title: FLT Driver
Department: Laser Engineering
Location: Darwen, Lancashire
Hours of Work: Monday – Thursday 8:00am–5:00pm and Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Join Our Award-Winning Team
WEC Group Ltd is one of the North West’s leading and multi award-winning engineering companies. Privately owned for over 45 years, we continue to grow and innovate in the industry. We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic FLT Driver to join our busy and expanding team based in Darwen, Lancashire.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely unload, handle, and store internal materials (e.g. steel, stainless steel, aluminium) in designated areas.
- Accurately update material locations within our system for efficient stock tracking.
- Sort and deliver materials to production areas in line with production schedules.
- Assist with positioning materials on and off machinery, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Maintain high housekeeping standards in the department and Profile Compound, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Ensure timely material deliveries to maximise machine uptime.
- Keep accurate stock levels on press racks.
Requirements
- Valid FLT Counterbalance licence (essential)
- Proven experience in a similar role or industrial environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work efficiently and follow production plans
What We Offer
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Free on-site parking
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Company Pension
- Employee Benefit Loan Scheme
- Health & Wellbeing Cashback Scheme
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.13 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Darwen BB3 2RB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- FLT driving: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers Licence (required)
- FLT Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person