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Gazette · Ledger · United States · (Backshift) Forklift Driver
Executive Appointment Mandate ID: EX-1008595097138

(Backshift) Forklift Driver

Edrington · 🇺🇸 Glasgow, Scotland · ✓ Certified Corporate Entity
Compensation Bracket £17 - £17
Tenure & Discipline Executive Full-Time
Jurisdiction United States
Statutory Visa Pathway US Immigrant / H-1B
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Executive Mandate Specification

Requisition Id: 1557
Location: Glasgow, Scotland, GB, G15 6RW
About Edrington
Edrington’s vision is to give more by crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands. The Macallan is our central focus, supported by Highland Park and The Glenrothes in the fast-growing single malt category and Naked Malt in the blended malt category. Our portfolio is completed with The Famous Grouse Blended Scotch Whisky, Brugal premium rum from the Dominican Republic and Noble Oak American Whiskey. Edrington also has strategic partnerships for No.3 London Dry Gin and Wyoming Whiskey.
Remuneration and Package
  • Salary: £17.44 per hour (+ shift allowance)
  • Contract: Permanent
  • 37 days holiday + 4 Giving More Days
  • Attractive pension
  • Share reward scheme
  • Flexible working
  • Global wellbeing programme
  • Product Allowance
Position Summary
An opportunity has arisen for a (Backshift) Forklift Truck (FLT) Driver to join the Cased Goods Warehouse on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Export Despatch Team Lead, the FLT Driver will be responsible for the safe unloading/loading, transportation, and storage of cased goods/ materials at GWR. This will include loading/unloading of containers, as well as the safe use of racking (including gravity racking).
Job Description
  • Ability to operate all forms of forklift truck used within department i.e. counter-balance & reach-truck and related attachments
  • Use the RDT (Radio Data Terminal) and scanners to receive and confirm work activity and stock movements
  • Identify required load configuration to achieve safe loads
  • Liaise with Team Leaders in all instances where product is received and deemed to be ‘non-conforming’ in terms of handling storage and loading
  • Perform forklift tasks to satisfy housekeeping standards and warehouse capacity
  • Carry out all duties with proper regard for Health and Safety (H&S), Customs & Excise (C&E) regulations and Known Consignor (K.C.) scheme
  • Perform routine checks for maintenance of forklift trucks, ensuring that daily checklist sheet is completed prior to use
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this role, applications will be accepted from drivers with proven forklift truck driving experience, and who hold a current forklift truck licence. You will be self-disciplined and self-motivated; with the ability to work and communicate well with a variety of people. Attention to detail is paramount, as is initiative, flexibility, and a positive attitude towards teamwork. SAP transaction experience is desirable. If you are successful in your application, your employment will be subject to pre-employment screening, which includes a basic disclosure check.
Employee value proposition
At Edrington, you will experience an incredible culture based on respect and giving more. We are exceptionally passionate about our brands and genuinely care about our people, continually investing in their development and wellbeing. Join Edrington and make a world of difference.

Statutory Executive Benefits & Governance

  • Executive Health, Vision & Dental Coverage with Global Provider Options
  • Corporate Pension Auto-Enrolment / 401(k) Retirement Plan with Fiduciary Matching
  • Annual Discretionary Performance Incentive & Long-Term Equity Participation
  • Executive Leave Allotment, Statutory Holidays & Dedicated Health Care Reserves
  • US Department of Labor & E-Verify Work Authorization Sponsorship
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