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Forklift Operator | Food Sector

On-site in Cantabria·Full-time·Added 7 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Agency
Nortempo

772 open roles

Overview

Salary
€11.35 an hour
Work mode
On-site, Cantabria
Contract
Full-time
Hours
Rotating shifts, including nights · Monday to Friday
Experience
2+ years
Driving licence
Own vehicle

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

-Minimum of 2 years of experience operating a counterbalance forklift.

- Valid forklift license.

-Own vehicle to get to the workplace.

-A responsible, organized person with the ability to work as part of a team.

Nice to have

-Previous experience in warehouses or companies in the food sector is valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

-Initial hiring through Nortempo, with real possibility of subsequent incorporation into the company's permanent staff.

-Full-time schedule from Monday to Friday. Rotating shifts: morning (06:00 to 14:00), afternoon (14:00 to 22:00), and night (22:00 to 06:00).

-Salary according to collective agreement: €11.35 gross/hour and a night shift premium of €1.67/hour for hours worked during the night shift.

-Joining a consolidated company in the food sector, with a good working environment and possibility of continuity.

The role

Do you have experience operating a counterbalance forklift and are you looking for a stable opportunity in the food sector?

At Nortempo Torrelavega, we are selecting a Forklift Operator to join an important company located in the Los Corrales de Buelna area. We are looking for professionals with experience in logistics and warehousing, accustomed to working in dynamic environments with high standards of organization and safety.

What you'll do

  • Unloading trucks using a counterbalance forklift.

  • Support in unloading tasks using a manual pallet jack.

  • Placement of goods in racks following the locations indicated by the system.

  • Reception of materials through the use of a radio frequency scanner.

  • Replenishment of stock between different warehouse areas and storage tents.

  • Control and internal movement of goods, guaranteeing the correct flow of materials.

Hiring process

After you apply for a job, Nortempo's recruitment team reviews your profile and assesses your fit for the position; if your experience matches what the company is looking for, they contact you to move forward in the process 1 interview

  • Nortempo is a temporary employment agency (ETT): the final stages are set by the client company.
  • Applying and taking part in their recruitment processes is free; they never ask for payment or any financial consideration.
  • Even if the job closes, your profile stays in their talent community and they may contact you for new processes.

Hiring process

If you have experience as a forklift operator and are looking for a new professional project, apply now and be part of a leading company in the food sector! 🚜📦🍽️

About Nortempo

Nortempo is a Spanish staffing and recruitment company specializing in industrial, logistics, healthcare, and administrative personnel. Founded in A Coruña, it operates across Spain, providing temporary and permanent staffing solutions to a wide range of sectors, including logistics, industry, healthcare, and retail.

For international professionals, Nortempo offers a direct entry point into the Spanish labor market, with a strong presence in Galicia and expanding operations across the country. The company's work culture is practical and field-oriented, and many roles (such as warehouse, transport, and industrial maintenance) are open to candidates with EU work authorization. While Spanish language skills are often required for client-facing roles, the company's scale and variety of positions make it a relevant option for those seeking operational work in Spain.

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