Large-Format Logistics Handler

Location: France

Salary: €2,850-3,135/month

Job type: Full-time

Experience: Entry

Openings: 29

Contract duration: 1 year

About this role

Handle oversized and heavy-lift cargo using specialised lifting equipment. Strap and brace project cargo on low-loader transport vehicles. Escort abnormal-load convoys between site gates and storage areas. Document cargo condition before and after each transport movement. Verify lifting plan compliance before each heavy-lift operation.

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 06:00–13:30 · 37 hrs/wk.
Contract: 1 year renewable.

Working in France
France's second-largest economy in Europe drives steady demand in construction, food processing, automotive and warehouse logistics. A work visa with OFII validation on arrival is standard; processing typically runs 8 to 12 weeks plus the in-country OFII step. Outside Paris and the Côte d'Azur, cost of living is moderate; cities like Lyon, Lille and Toulouse host major industrial employers. France has long-established communities from Vietnam, North Africa and South Asia, especially in Île-de-France and the south.

What this role looks like day-to-day
A normal day moves between picking orders against a hand-scanner, packing them on labelled pallets, and operating a low-level forklift or pallet jack. Modern warehouses are climate-controlled and most picking is done within walking distance of your station. This role suits workers comfortable on their feet, with steady hand-eye coordination, and an ability to maintain accuracy as the picking pace builds toward end-of-shift cutoffs.

Who fits and how to apply
This intake covers 12 placements on a 1 year renewable contract, paying €2,850-3,135/month. No prior experience is required — full on-the-job training is provided in the first 2-4 weeks. Language requirement: Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site Contract benefits include accommodation, meals, uniform, employer-provided accommodation, work permit and visa support. CHI Recruiting handles document preparation, employer match, work permit and visa filing — full paid recruitment service with transparent pricing disclosed before you commit.

Job reference: CHI-D63E2A9A.

Requirements

Skills

Benefits & Perks

Language requirements

Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site

FAQ

What does the work permit and visa process look like for France?

Processing typically runs 8-12 plus OFII validation once your documents are in order (passport, education attestation, police clearance, medical fitness). CHI Recruiting handles the employer-side application; the worker pays government fees (medical, embassy, document chain) which are disclosed transparently up front.

What language level is needed at the plant?

For this specific role: Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site. Most multinational plants run in English on the floor with simplified communication and pictogram safety signs. Free or subsidised on-site language classes are common after month 1.

Is forklift certification required?

Forklift or pallet-jack certification is paid by the employer and is typically completed within the first 2-4 weeks. Workers without certification still pick orders manually until certified — pay is the same.

Do I need previous experience for this Large-Format Logistics Handler?

No prior experience is required for this position. Paid on-the-job training runs through your first 2-4 weeks at the plant, after which you operate independently with periodic supervision. Workers from any blue-collar background adapt smoothly.

What about the climate and lifestyle in France?

Mild — varies by region. Worker accommodation is centrally heated. France has growing migrant-worker communities, especially in industrial cities. Free time activities, religious facilities, halal/vegetarian food access — these vary by city and CHI Recruiting briefs every worker pre-departure.

What is included in the contract for this Large-Format Logistics Handler?

Salary is €2,850-3,135/month. Contract is 1 year renewable. This intake covers 12 placements. Most contracts in our partner network include shared accommodation, meals on shift, work uniform and PPE — confirmed on the offer letter.

To apply, visit the live page: https://chirecruiting.com/jobs/large-format-logistics-handler-france-d63e2a9a