Forklift Driver
- Operate electric counterbalance forklifts and carry out warehouse duties, including loading, unloading, picking and replenishing stock.
- Assist with food production tasks such as packing, boxing and ingredient preparation, including manual handling up to 20kg.
- Follow food safety and workplace safety procedures while working across freezer, chiller and ambient environments.
Job description
Forklift Operator / Food Production Worker
$35.00 per hour + Super | Weekly Pay | Heidelberg West Location
Manpower is currently recruiting an experienced Forklift Operator / Food Production Worker for an established food manufacturing and warehouse operation based in Heidelberg West.
This is a casual opportunity offering full-time hours (7:00am-3:06pm, Monday to Friday) with a strong possibility of transitioning to permanent employment after 6 months for the right candidate.
What's on Offer?
✅ $35.00 per hour + super
✅ Weekly pay
✅ Full-time hours, Monday to Friday
✅ Stable and growing food manufacturing environment
✅ Opportunity for permanent employment after 6 months
✅ Supportive team culture
Key Responsibilities
- Operate electric counterbalance forklifts for loading and unloading trucks
- Pick, move and replenish stock throughout the warehouse
- Perform general warehouse duties while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards
- Assist with food production activities including packing, boxing and ingredient preparation
- Conduct manual handling duties involving lifting up to 20kg
- Follow quality assurance and food safety procedures
- Work collaboratively to achieve daily production and warehouse targets
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Current LF Forklift Licence
- Minimum 12 months recent counterbalance forklift experience
- Experience within a warehouse, manufacturing or food production environment
- Ability to work in cold storage environments including freezer, chiller and ambient areas
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety
- Good communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude
- Willingness to assist across both warehouse and production operations as required
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to secure stable full-time hours with a reputable business that values reliability, versatility and a strong work ethic. Candidates who demonstrate the right attitude and performance will be considered for permanent employment after 6 months.
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If you're an experienced forklift operator who isn't afraid to get involved in both warehouse and production tasks, we'd love to hear from you.
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