Factory Hand-Forklift Operator
- Operate counterbalance forklift and perform general factory duties.
- Pick and pack orders, load and unload materials.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Factory Hand-Forklift Operator
Coburg North | $35+ per hour | 6:45am - 3:15pm | Casual Ongoing | Temp to Perm
About the Company
Our client is a well-established Australian manufacturing business specialising in the production of high-quality forged metal components. Operating in a heavy manufacturing environment, the business supplies precision-forged steel products and components to a range of industries.
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and hands-on Factory Hand-Forklift Operator to join the team in Coburg North on a casual ongoing basis, with the opportunity to transition to permanent employment.
This is a varied, hands-on position involving forklift operation, picking and packing, assembly, labouring and general manufacturing duties.
Key Responsibilities
- Operating counterbalance
- Picking and packing orders
- Loading and unloading materials
- Moving steel products and materials around the factory
- General factory and labouring duties
- Assembly work
- Batch testing
- Operating a walkie stacker
- Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
About You
- Current Forklift Licence (essential - must have)
- Counterbalance forklift experience (essential - must have)
- Previous factory, warehouse or manufacturing experience
- Trade background or mechanical aptitude highly regarded
- Comfortable with manual handling and physical work
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking
- Strong safety focus
What's on Offer?
- $35+ per hour
- Coburg North location
- 6:45am - 3:15pm, Monday to Friday
- Casual ongoing work
- Temp-to-perm opportunity
- Stable manufacturing environment
- Varied and hands-on role
- Opportunity for permanent employment
If you have both counterbalance experience and are looking for ongoing work with the opportunity to go permanently, apply now!
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