Forklift Operator- Casual with Midday StartThe Business
Patties Food Group is a proudly Australian food manufacturer, producing some of the country's most recognised and trusted brands.
Guided by our values of Trust, Ownership, Courage and Integrity, we're committed to delivering quality products and creating a outstanding place to work.
Our Adelaide site in Salisbury South has been manufacturing quality food products for the FMCG industry since ****, and we're looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join our Distribution Centre team.
This is a hands-on role where you'll help keep our warehouse operations running safely and efficiently, ensuring products are received, stored and dispatched on time.
If you're reliable, safety-focused and enjoy working as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experiencedForklift Operatorto join our Distribution Centre team.
Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, you will play a key role in the safe and efficient operation of our warehouse by operating forklifts, reach trucks and order picking equipment across a variety of Distribution Centre functions, including receiving, storage, stock movement, pick and pack, and dispatch.
You will also be responsible for:
Safely operate forklifts, reach trucks and order picking equipment.
Pick, pack and prepare customer orders accurately.
Load and unload finished goods, raw materials and packaging.
Receive,



check and record incoming stock.
Transport products between ambient, chilled and freezer storage areas while maintaining product integrity.
Assist with stock replenishment, inventory control and warehouse housekeeping.
Work collaboratively with warehouse and production teams to meet operational requirements.
Maintain high standards of workplace safety, food safety and quality.
Provide support to production activities when required
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Current High Risk Work Licence (essential).
Current unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence.
Minimum two years' experience operating forklifts within a warehouse, distribution or FMCG environment.
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
A positive attitude with a strong work ethic.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
The ability to work safely while undertaking manual handling tasks, including lifting up to 15kg.
Certificate II or III in Warehousing Operations or Logistics (desirable).
What we offer you
As a member of the broader Patties Food Group business, you will have access to generous employee benefits, Employee Assistant Program (EAP) services, supportive parental leave options and multiple social and engagement activities.Interested?
Apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter.

📌 Forklift Operator (Adelaide)
🏢 Patties Foods
📍 Adelaide