FLT Counterbalance Driver​/Machinist

Position: FLT Counterbalance Driver/Machinist (Permanent)
Location: Warwickshire

Job description
FLT Counterbalance Driver/Machinist – £27K plus bonuses

📍 Leamington Spa | Permanent | Immediate Start
Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing and innovative manufacturing client based in Leamington Spa. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced FLT Reach and/or Counterbalance Driver to join a forward-thinking business offering genuine long-term prospects and full training on specialist machinery.

Job Role:

Operate FLT Counterbalance trucks to unload stock from racking
Machine Setup and Adjustment:
Preparing and adjusting printing presses (flexographic, lithographic, offset, or digital) by installing plates, cylinders, and setting up inking systems.
Machine Setup and Adjustment:
Preparing and adjusting printing presses (flexographic, lithographic, offset, or digital) by installing plates, cylinders, and setting up inking systems.
Production Operation:
Operating machinery, loading paper/substrates, adjusting tension, and managing ink flow during the print run.
Load stock into trailers in line with health & safety standards
Support press machine operations (full training provided)
Shrink wrap pallets and prepare orders for dispatch
Maintain a clean and organised working environment

Shift Pattern – Team 4:
You will work a rotating continental shift pattern, consisting of 12-hour shifts (days and nights) with regular rest days:
Day shift (06:00–18:30) Night shift (18:00–06:30)
The shifts have been designed by their current employees to ensure they get the best working hours with days off.

Example 4-week rotation:
Week 1: OFF OFF OFF / DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS
Week 2: OFF OFF OFF / NIGHTS NIGHTS NIGHTS NIGHTS
Week 3: NIGHTS NIGHTS NIGHTS / OFF OFF OFF OFF
Week 4: DAYS DAYS DAYS / OFF OFF OFF OFFThis pattern then repeats. Each shift is 12 hours with a 30-minute unpaid break. You must be flexible to work both days and nights as part of the rotation.

What’s on

Offer:

💰 Pay Rate: £27k per year plus bonuses
📈 Progression:
Training and development on press machinery with promotion opportunities
🏭 Environment:
Clean, modern, and well-organised manufacturing site
Regular team meals and treats for staff

Requirements:

Valid FLT Counterbalance licence
Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred
A team player with a proactive attitude and attention to detail
Willingness to learn and support other areas when required