Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operative

CompanyMacfarlane Packaging

LocationSudbury, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/22/2026

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Description

Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative

Location: Sudbury

Salary: Up to £26,000 basic (dependent on experience with increase in April) plus bonus and flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays and option to purchase additional leave)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

Sector: Packaging distribution

Protecting What Matters, Together

At Macfarlane Packaging, we protect what matters most – our people, our customers, our communities, and the environment. Our commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability, and continuous improvement creates a collaborative and supportive workplace where colleagues can build long-term careers.

With over 75 years of industry expertise, we offer the stability of an established market leader alongside a fast-paced, evolving environment. We recognise contribution, encourage development, and provide opportunities for progression at every stage of your career.

The Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operative Role

As a Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative, you will play a key role within our Sudbury Regional Distribution Centre, supporting the efficient movement, storage, and despatch of stock. This is a hands-on role requiring accuracy, organisation, and a strong focus on health and safety.

You will be involved in all aspects of warehouse operations, including goods inwards, order picking, stock control, and forklift driving. Working closely with colleagues across the site, including Sales and Purchasing, you will help ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

Receive, check, and correctly store inbound deliveries, verifying quantities and condition against purchase documentation.
Operate forklift trucks safely and efficiently to support goods inwards, replenishment, and despatch activities.
Accurately pick, pack, load, and despatch customer orders in line with agreed service levels.
Maintain accurate stock records and participate in regular stock checks and inventory audits.
Process customer and supplier returns in line with company procedures.
Work closely with internal teams to meet delivery schedules and resolve any order-related issues.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping, quality, and customer service at all times.
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and ISO standards, reporting any concerns promptly.

Essential

What You Will Bring

Minimum one year’s experience in a busy warehouse or distribution environment.
Valid forklift licence (counterbalance preferred; Bendi/Pivot Steer advantageous).
Proven experience handling goods inwards and outwards accurately.
Strong awareness of health and safety and manual handling best practice.

Reliable, flexible, and team-focused with a strong work ethic.

Good communication skills and a basic standard of maths and English (GCSE A-C or equivalent).

Desirable

Experience working closely with sales or purchasing teams.
Exposure to multiple product lines and fast-moving stock.
Ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Get

Competitive basic salary plus bonus opportunities.
25 days holiday (rising to 27 with service) plus bank holidays.
Annual holiday purchase scheme.
Contributory pension scheme.
Free onsite parking.
Company-paid volunteering day.
Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
Ongoing training, development, and progression opportunities.
Employee discount schemes and mobile phone discounts.
Long service awards and enhanced HR policies.
£750 employee referral bonus for successful introductions.

Your Future with Us

Macfarlane Packaging is a business where internal progression and development are actively encouraged. Through structured training, internal expertise, and accredited external partners, we support colleagues in building sustainable, long-term careers – including pathways into leadership roles.

How To Apply

These are urgent positions and we are reviewing applications promptly and aim to hold local interviews as soon as possible. Please click Apply to submit your CV. If you do not hear from us within 2-3 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team.

No recruitment agencies please.