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Join Our Team as a Sideloader Driver at James Donaldson Timber in Chorley!
About Us
James Donaldson Timber, part of the Donaldson Group, established in 1860, is one of UK’s largest, privately owned timber companies. We are a family of 17 businesses and brands, ranging from B2B, retail and ecommerce, all with shared values and a common vision. We are focused on always providing a number one customer experience, embracing innovation, and doing things in a sustainable way, not just for our business but also for the communities we operate in. But most of all, our People are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we are committed to nurturing and empowering our 1,500+ colleagues across the UK.
We’re on a mission to champion diversity and inclusion within our organisation. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life to join us in shaping the future of manufacturing and construction. Female candidates and those from underrepresented ethnic groups are particularly encouraged to apply, as we strive for greater inclusivity in our workforce.
Position Overview
We are currently recruiting for a Side Loader Driver to work at our JDT Chorley site. This role is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, proactive, and reliable individual to join our team. Working within a fast-moving process environment, candidates must be able to display effective communication and problem-solving skills. Working as part of a team, candidates are required to be flexible and contribute to the team effort.
Key Responsibilities
- Unloading products from delivery vehicles and storing them in the correct area
- Collecting and moving product around site
- Load and unloading product from manufacturing equipment and storing them in the correct area.
- Using barcode scanners when dealing with in/outward products
- Loading delivery vehicles with completed product orders
- Health and Safety
- Housekeeping
- Picking and laying out orders
Skills And Experience Or The Successful Candidate
- Continual delivery of total customer satisfaction
- Gets it right first time, every time.
- Seeks continual improvement in performance and processes.
- Communicates with the team to ensure that targets are achieved.
- A flexible approach and adapts to changing work environment.
- Supports individual and team direction and development.
- Maintains good working relationships at all times.
- Implements integrated management systems.
A valid Side Loader driver certificate is preferred, and candidates with this certification will be given priority. However, it is not essential, as full training will be provided for the right candidate. Previous experience in a similar industry would be an advantage.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary or include salary if agreed by manager.
- Flexible working patterns.
- Discretionary bonus scheme.
- Opportunities for career development within a reputable and growing organisation.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- A catalogue of additional benefits available to purchase such as critical illness cover, cycle to work scheme and additional holidays.
Work Hours: This full-time role entails 40 hours per week, providing a stable schedule with weekends free for your leisure. We can also consider part-time hours via job share, shorter working days or fewer days each week. Please let us know any considerations when applying to this vacancy.
Join Us: If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career journey with a company that values your contributions and invests in your success, apply now to become our next Production Operative by sending your CV to
[email protected] by Friday 14 March 2025.
