Sofina Foods Europe
Fork Lift Truck Driver
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Summary
Supporting Site Operations Through Safe and Efficient Yard Management
Additional Benefits
- Company Pension Scheme
- Discounted or Free Food
The Role
Join our team as a Yard Operative and play a key part in keeping our site running smoothly. You'll be responsible for the safe storage, movement, and organisation of materials, from operating forklifts and pallet trucks to managing vehicle loading/unloading and supporting stock control.
£13.79 per hour
Shifts: Rotating, Week 1: 5.30am to 2.00pm / Week 2: 8.00am to 4.30pm
Your Key Responsibilities
- Operating forklifts and pallet trucks safely and efficiently
- Loading and unloading vehicles, ensuring materials are handled correctly
- Storing products and materials securely within designated areas
- Transporting products and materials on-site as required
- Supporting inventory management and associated documentation
- Following Goods In & Goods Out procedures accurately
- Working in a safe, organised manner in line with site safety protocols
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- A valid Forklift Licence is desirable but not essential as training can be provided.
- Fluent English speaker (essential)
- Previous experience loading and unloading lorries
- Knowledge of stock control and related documentation
- Able to work independently and stay organised in a busy environment
- A strong communicator with colleagues, contractors, and hauliers
- Punctual, self-motivated, and proactive
Why Sofina Foods?
- Competitive pay rates
- Online Benefits Hub
- Subsidised canteen
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Company pension scheme
- Referral programme
- Health & wellbeing programme
Company Information
Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.
With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.
At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.
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Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world - If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace while everyone feels valued and respected.
We Welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8 Hour Shift
Location
Cookstown, County Tyrone
Hours of Work
Full-time
Company
Sofina Foods
Country Code
GB
AutoReqId
5731BR
AdRef
INDP
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