Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver

Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver

Reporting to | Warehouse Supervisor

Location | Viva Nylons, Leicester, LE5 0HJ

Hours | Hours of work will be 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday with a daily 30-minute break

The Company

At Viva Nylons our purpose is to solve complex engineering problems for a safer and greener world.

We are proud to be the UKs leading cast nylon-6 manufacturer, working with global partners to deliver our innovative range of semi-finished stock shapes.

Our products can be found across the globe in applications such as offshore energy platforms, construction equipment and even designer furniture.

As a trading division of The Nylacast Group, Viva Nylons are a crucial part of an award-winning leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of engineered solutions, with a global brand presence and 9 worldwide locations.

The Role:

The Warehouse Operative will work alongside the warehouse and scheduling team to ensure the effective day-to-day running of the department.

Main Duties:

· To efficiently & safely pick, pack and handle material in alignment with company procedures

· To administrate despatch paperwork including interaction with customer portals to create advance shipping notes

· Safe Operation of mechanical lifting equipment

· Manual handling, including the physical movement of goods via mechanical handling equipment

· Loading and unloading of vehicles in a safe manner

· To Maintain accurate inventory levels and stock locations

· Support on all stocktakes

· Accurately enter data onto the system

· Support in delivering goods between our sites and to customers

· Print off labels and paperwork as and when required

· Safe disposal of materials / waste across the business

· Support manufacturing and production and other areas of the business when required

· To ensure that all warehouse areas are kept clean, tidy and free from hazards at all times and in line with company health and safety policy.

Experience & Requirements

· Have at least one years’ experience in a similar role within a Warehouse environment.

· Have a full UK driving and Forklift Licence– Counterbalance minimum, ideally also Reach.

· Have good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook

· To have effective written and oral communication skills. Attention to detail is essential

· Proven ability to work well with others, be self-motivated, multi-task and prioritize daily and work well under pressure.

· Exposure to an ERP system would be helpful but not essential

· Be flexible and responsive in support of the business needs

Closing date for applications will be Friday 15th May 2026