Warehouse Manager & Forklift Drivers (B1)
| Posting date: | 16 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,000 to £40,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 March 2026 |
| Location: | NN5 7US |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Talent Finder |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DWTHTS-002-22254 |
Summary
Warehouse Manager & Forklift Drivers (B1)
Northampton | Full Time | Warehouse Manager up to £40,000 | Forklift Drivers up to £28,000
Our client has full-time, permanent vacancies at their Northampton facility. Operating in a fast-paced and ever-changing logistics environment, the business is focused on delivering high service levels, operational efficiency, and strong client management across its warehouse operations.
What’s in it for you?
• Monday to Friday role (Warehouse Manager)
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern for Forklift Drivers (07:00–19:00 or 10:00–22:00)
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-volume logistics environment
• Career progression within a growing warehouse operation
Are you the right person for the job?
Warehouse Manager:
• Proven track record in logistics and warehouse management
• Experience leading teams of up to 20+ warehouse staff
• Able to work on your own initiative in a pressurised environment to tight deadlines
• PC literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Full understanding of operating an ETSF warehouse, including compliance
• Experience with ASM or equivalent (desirable but not essential)
• Strong communicator, able to liaise at all levels
• Numerate self-starter with a flexible approach to meet business needs
Forklift Drivers (B1):
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence (Category B1)
• Checkable work history
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable working 4 on 4 off shift patterns
What will your role look like?
Warehouse Manager:
• Reporting to the General Manager and accountable for the performance of the warehouse unit and yard area
• Managing depot operations operating 7 days per week to achieve key KPIs (Picking, Storage, Distribution, Client Management)
• Managing budgets including productivity, labour costs, overtime and agency usage
• Supporting recruitment in line with company standards
• Maintaining health, safety, welfare and overall depot security
• Ensuring Safe Systems of Work, risk assessments, accident investigations and reporting are completed and reviewed regularly
• Performance managing direct reports and setting key objectives
• Monitoring daily operations to ensure full process compliance and addressing non-compliance
• Driving continuous process improvement and implementing new SOPs
• Supporting and optimising the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to ensure effective use
Forklift Drivers (B1):
• Operating a Counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently
• Supporting warehouse operations in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Adhering to all health & safety and operational procedures
• Ensuring accuracy and efficiency in goods movement and storage
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