Warehouse Operative (Forklift License Required)

Reference: MKWare_1783329862

Position: Warehouse Operative W/ Forklift

Salary: £13.25 - £14.90 per hour

Location: Bletchley, Milton Keynes

Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Operative to begin work for a leading business in Milton Keynes

Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Warehouse Operative to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the Site's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Booking in of goods and materials
  • appropriately storing of stock
  • Picking and packing orders
  • Document control - Update and maintain all inbound and outbound records
  • Forklift driving - loading & unloading of deliveries
  • Participate in cycle counts and manage stock queries
  • Identify stock that is in the wrong location and escalate as required ensure stock levels are controlled throughout the operation

Key Skills/Experience:

  • Valid counterbalance license and reach truck licenses
  • Willingness to do manual warehouse related work (70% manual / 30% on FLT)
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Positive attitude
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work as a member of a small team
  • Able to start work ASAP

Additional Info

  • Hours: Day shift 8.00am-4.30pm Monday to Friday or something similar
  • Start date: ASAP

If you are interested in this position, please apply with a copy of your CV & a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity with you in further detail.

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Charley McCleave on 07801 984734 or [email protected] .

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£13.25 - £14.90
Per hour
GBP13.25 - GBP14.90 per hour

Bletchley

Permanent

Added 06/07/2026
Reference: MKWare_1783329862

Warehouse Operative (Forklift License Required)

Bletchley
Permanent

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