Join the Magic

Our Mission

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

We are more than 10.000 employees in over 85 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

To strengthen our team in Puratos Fourayes, near Sittingbourne, Kent, we are looking for a:

Forklift Driver

Sittingbourne UK

Your Mission

Reporting to the Warehouse & Logistics Manager, the successful candidate will work in our service yard and dispatch, receiving products from stores, distributing raw materials and finished products within the business. The role involves driving industrial forklifts equipped with lifting devices such as elevating platforms, or trailer hitch, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier or move products, equipment, or materials.

What you will do

• Work in a team in the warehouse and outside in the service yard, moving equipment, raw materials and finished products to and from the production lines and out for delivery.
• Ensure that the accompanying paperwork is checked and completed and entries on our inventory management software are completed accurately.
• Carry out inventory management procedures including daily and weekly stock checks and following stock rotation procedures.
• Keep the warehouse and service yard clean and tidy.
• Follow food safety and health and safety requirements.
• Any ad hoc duties required by supervisor or manager.

What we expect from you

• Current counterbalance forklift truck license.
• A good work ethic with excellent time keeping.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective written and verbal communication and basic mathematics.
• Attention to detail & a commitment to quality.
• Flexibility and multi-tasking.

What you can expect from Puratos

• Rate of pay: £12.11 per hour.
• Working pattern: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week.
• 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Comprehensive training and support, with 4 training days planned for every worker in 2025.
• Employee benefits platform.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• A positive and inclusive work environment.

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respectful work environment by putting people first.

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace that fully embraces diversity and equal

opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.