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Reach Truck Driver/ Warehouse Operative

Thrive Group are recruiting for a Reach Truck Driver/ Warehouse Operative on a temporary ongoing basis, with a view to start immediately. These positions are located in Dartford. This is a part-time position working 06:00-14:00, Thursday & Friday, and then the following week 13:30-22:00, Thursday and 10:30-19:00, Friday, paying £16.51 per hour. Responsibilities of the role includes; We are looking for two Reach truck, Warehouse / Material Handlers to join our team in Dartford. The ideal candidates will have a Reach Truck license (In house Reach Truck licences must be accredited by AITT) previous warehouse experience, and the ability to work a rotating shift pattern. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus. As a Senior Warehouse Operator within the Supply Chain team, you will be responsible for handling all incoming and exported goods on-site, providing services to internal production and Quality teams in a cGMP environment. Handle miscellaneous items as per cGMP and company procedures. Assist the quality department in sampling and labelling incoming materials. Safely move materials to and from various locations using suitable transportation. Prepare finished goods and necessary paperwork for dispatch. Maintain accurate stock records by updating the computer system regularly. Assist in stock checks with the inventory controller. Create and amend SOPs in the Qumas system. Be trained and competent in Trackwise and JDE systems. Ensure warehouse locations are clean, tidy, and well-maintained. Drive and operate a forklift truck with safety in mind. Assist in other warehouse operations as required by the Warehouse Operations Manager. The successful candidate will; Reach Truck license, if Reach licence is in house must be accredited by AITT. Ability to work rotating shift patterns. Previous warehouse experience. Good to have: Pharmaceutical industry experience. For more information please apply or contact the team on 01793 488057. INDSWI

Industrial

Dartford

Up to £16.51 per hour

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Machine Operatives

Thrive Group are recruiting for Machine Operatives on a temporary to permanent basis, with a view to start immediately. These positions are located in Devizes. This is a full-time position working 06:00-14:00, Monday to Friday, paying £13.61 per hour. This rises to £14.13 per hour after 12 weeks of work. Responsibilities of the role includes; You will play a vital role in achieving the business goals in the company's Packaging division, which produces corrugated packaging solutions for a range of customers in the FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Electronics and Industrial sectors. You will be responsible for the safe operation of machinery, ensuring efficiencies are maximised and downtime is minimised. You will have set productivity and performance targets to achieve, ensuring that consistent quality standards are met, and you will need to ensure that maintenance and cleaning tasks are carried out correctly, in line with the planned maintenance schedule. You will support and assist with improvement initiatives, as and when they arise. You will be accountable for your own health and the health and safety of others, operating in line with safe systems of work (SSOW) and company procedures, immediately raising any unsafe acts with those concerned and reporting health and safety incidents to management, to ultimately help create a safe working environment for all. The successful candidate will; Experience working in a production/machine operating environment. Self-motivated, positive, enthusiastic. Puts safety first. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Good Team Player. Quality conscious. Positive approach to multi-skilled working. To be open minded, flexible to challenge and the ability to challenge and be challenged. For more information please apply or contact the team on 01793 488057. INDSWI

Industrial

Devizes

£13.61 - £14.13 per hour

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Street Cleansing Driver

Street Cleansing Operatives required for ongoing work with the council immediate start available. We are seeking keen & reliable street cleansers working around the Bolton area, within various public areas, Driving company vehicle,path sweeping, litter picking, and generally keeping the area clean as instructed. Using Strimmers and Blowers and various other tools, litter picking, fly tipping and other duties. Ideal Candidate must be physically fit and want to work as you will be on your feet most of the day in all weathers. Working hours are Monday to Thursday 07:30 - 15:30, Friday 15:00 finish. Weekly pay. The ideal candidate will be used to working in all weather conditions. Driving License required for this role. If you are interested in this role please apply with full CV We look forward to hearing from you! INDBOL

Industrial

Bolton

Up to £11.85 per hour + Overtime, parking, lunch facilities

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NIGHT SHIFT -FTL/ COUNTERBALANCE

Thrive Group are delighted to recruit for GXO/ WHSmith, client based in Birmingham-Aston Area, who are looking for a forklift driver with REACH Truck experience for an immediate start. What you will be doing: Receiving Goods-in Re planning Putting stock away on racking Picking stock from racking using forklift trucks Delivering parts to the production area What you will need to succeed: High level attention to detail High level of accuracy Valid in-date Reach Forklift License Reliable 2 Years Experience Shift: NIGHTS - Sunday to Thursday - 2200-0600 -£13.43 p/h What you will need to do next: If you are interested in being considered for this position, then contact Dana on 07717835771 or email If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. INDTHR

Logistics

Birmingham

Negotiable

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Pallet Inspectors

Thrive Oldham are recruiting for our well-established client in the Linford Pallet Inspectors for a short term project. They provide a wide range of goods and services to industrial and manufacturing markets throughout the UK and in Europe including pallets, packaging, agricultural inspecting boxes, a large range of tools, workwear and safety equipment, and property services. We are currently looking to recruit Pallet Inspectors to work in a yard in the Linford location. The suitable candidate will need the following experience: * General labouring experience * Used to working outdoors * Inspecting wooden pallets * Comply with the companies health and safety procedures * Product inspection experience * Manual handling experience Please note: you will be required to work in an open work environment which exposes you to all season weather elements, therefore you will need to be willing to work indoors and outdoors. You will need your own British Safety Standard Shoe/Boots All other PPE and weather wear are provided Days of Work: - Monday to Friday 6am - 6pm Hours of work: 6am - 6pm 5 x 12 hour shifts Salary :£12.87 Job Types: Full-time, Temporary short term As a Thrive employee, you will have access to our exciting new benefits portal via the Benefits App. Discount outlet: Save money in shops, restaurants, and UK attractions. Employee support: with access to counsellors 24/7. Health & wellbeing services: including online health check and Gym discounts. 24/7 GP: to book appointments simply & quickly. Payslips & pensions information. Thrive Group are acting as an employment business in regards to this role INDOLD

Industrial

Essex

Up to £12.87 per hour

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Quality Control Operatives

We are recruiting for Quality Controller for our Client in Langport. It is an exciting opportunity to learn something new or improve skills. Temporary to Permanent position. Full training provided. Main duties of the role: Manage and complete all documentation as required Carry out visual and physical product integrity tests Check labelling and packaging of products Ensure all final products are checked for all quality and hygiene attributes Reject any product which does not meet specifications Working time: Monday to Friday 0600-1600 Pay rate : £12.80 per hour Paid breaks What you need to do next: If this position sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please apply online. Thrive Group are acting as an employment agency in relationship to this vacancy. If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. INDSHE

Industrial

Langport

Up to £12.8 per hour

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Embracing Calm: Stress-Free Recruitment with Thrive!

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