Forklift/ Bailer Operative
| Company: | KPI RECRUITING LTD |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.50 to £14 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | CW7 3RQ |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 9 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 8 Nov 2026 |
Summary
KPI Recruiting are on the look out for a Forklift/ Baler Operative for our client based in Winsford.
The days and hours as a Forklift/ Bailer Operative are:
• Monday- Friday
• 08:00- 17:00
The rate of pay as a Forklift/ Bailer Operative is:
• £13.50 - £14.00 p/h (depending on experience)
The duties and responsibilities as a Forklift/ Bailer Operative are:
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Feed and sort materials: Manually or mechanically load cardboard, plastic, paper, or metal scrap into the baler hopper. Remove non-recyclable or hazardous items before processing to prevent contamination
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Machine execution: Safely operate horizontal or vertical baling machines to compress materials into tight, uniform cubes
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Bale tying and securing: Thread, tie off, and lock industrial bale wires around completed bundles to secure them
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Data tracking: Weigh finished bales, record metrics on summary sheets, and tag materials for inventory accuracy
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Pre-start inspections: Conduct daily checklist inspections on both the forklift and baler machinery, checking hydraulics, belts, and safety guards before starting work
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Report defects: Immediately report any machinery malfunctions, hydraulic leaks, or structural wear to supervisors
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Area maintenance: Maintain strict housekeeping standards in the baler room and loading docks, ensuring areas remain free of tripping and fire hazards
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Material handling: Operate industrial forklifts (counterbalance or clamp trucks) to move pallets, waste carts, and finished bales
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Loading & unloading: Safely load completed bales onto shipping trailers and unload inbound materials from distribution trucks
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Staging & storage: Organise and tier-stack compressed bales in the warehouse yard or storage bay to maximise space safely
The ideal candidate for a Forklift/ Bailer Operative would need:
• Previous experience as a Bailer Operative and Forklift Operative
• Counterbalance Forklift License (essential)
• Ability to work well individually or in a team environment
• Good time keeping skills
• Good attention to detail
If this role as a Forklift/ Bailer Operative is for you then APPLY NOW or contact our Crewe Team on 01270 589943.
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