Why Clawson?
We are a truly unique business! Our award-winning cheese is considered a national treasure, and we have over a hundred years of cheesemaking experience. From our dairy farmers’ cooperative through our modern factories and on to our multiple customers from all over the world, our Protected Designation of Origin Stilton is a British heritage brand to be truly proud of.
Our people are experts in their craft – they care passionately about what they do, have great integrity, constantly innovate and stick together.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated forklift truck driver to join the Clawson family situated in the picturesque village of Long Clawson, just 6 miles from Melton Mowbray.
What you’ll do
At Clawson, ensuring a secure and supportive environment for our team to thrive and deliver excellence every day is important. We need you to demonstrate our values by:
We Care
· Attend Daily H&S meetings and carry out safety start-up checks to maintain a safe working environment.
· Follow specific Forklift truck safety regulations while driving and inspecting vehicles.
· Show respect for colleagues, customers, and the environment.
Togetherness
· Support team operations by loading and unloading lorries as required, and ensuring appropriate control of goods receipt paperwork.
· Work collaboratively to ensure stock counts are carried out accurately and timely.
Passion
· Ensure correct stock rotation of all products, packaging, and goods to maintain quality standards.
· Use the NAV system accurately and promptly for scanning goods in and out.
Innovation
· Perform vehicle inspections and incoming goods checks efficiently to support smooth operations.
· Maintain accurate and timely completion of all required records.
Integrity
· Uphold honesty and accountability through precise record-keeping and adherence to safety and operational procedures.
What are we looking for?
· Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck License and basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to achieve within 3 months).
· Adaptable and flexible to meet production demands and seasonal fluctuations.
· Good command of English, with strong accuracy and numeracy skills for record-keeping.
· Self-motivated, able to work on own initiative, and quality-focused.
· Team player with a positive approach to collaboration and continuous improvement.
· Food or process manufacturing background is desirable.
Due to the nature of the business, at quieter times of the year you may be required to work in different areas of the business. This will be as and when necessary.
What you’ll get in return
· Competitive salary
· Pension
· Private Health Care
· Company Profit Related Bonus
· Life Assurance from day one
· Free drinks
· Free on-site car parking
· Subsidised canteen
· Employee discount at our on-site Cheese shop (Long Clawson site)
· Full access to our partner charity Grocery Aid from day one
· Refer a friend scheme
· Cycle to work scheme
Shift pattern: Monday-Friday 06:15-15:00
Due to the nature of the business and the responsibility of your job role your flexibility to work additional hours, weekends and shifts during seasonal periods may be requested, for the proper performance of your duties. We appreciate your support in helping us meet these demands!
We offer enhanced pay for weekend or overtime work.
What happens Next?
If you’re passionate about working safely, following procedures, and supporting efficient production in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you! Give us a ring on 01664 821395 or email [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.10 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Additional pay:
- Bonus scheme
- Yearly bonus
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Forklift Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
