Manufacturing Plant/Forklift Operator - Dalby, QLD

- Ongoing opportunity within a busy fertiliser manufacturing environment
- Varied role combining forklift dispatch, plant operation and production support
- Safety-focused workplace with hands-on training and team support

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Plant/Forklift Operator to support the safe and efficient operation of a fertiliser manufacturing plant in Dalby, QLD. Working under general direction, this hands-on role will primarily involve forklift dispatch duties, including loading 1-tonne fertiliser bags onto trucks. You will also support broader factory operations as required, including operating processing and packaging equipment, machine operation, cleaning and general site duties. This is a varied position within a busy fertiliser manufacturing environment where safety, product quality, accuracy and teamwork are essential.

Key Responsibilities

You will play an important role in keeping fertiliser manufacturing, packaging and dispatch operations running safely and efficiently. The position requires a strong focus on accurate production processes, safe equipment operation and maintaining consistent product quality.

- Safely operate forklifts to move, load and unload materials
- Operate fertiliser processing and packaging facilities to meet production requirements
- Support the efficient operation of granulation and manufacturing plant equipment
- Monitor feed accuracy,



batching accuracy and product consistency
- Operate and monitor plant, machinery and equipment in accordance with procedures
- Complete machine operation and general factory duties as required
- Identify, report and respond to safety hazards, quality concerns and operational variances
- Maintain accurate production and operational records
- Follow quality assurance, manufacturing and workplace safety procedures
- A$34.96 per hour + penalty rates
- High earning potential with approximately 40 hours per week
- Varied work across forklift dispatch, manufacturing and plant operations
- Opportunity to build further experience in fertiliser processing and production
- Safety-focused workplace with a supportive operational team

Your Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced forklift operator with a robust focus on safety.

- Current Forklift Licence (LF) - essential
- Proven forklift operating experience, ideally including loading trucks and handling bulk products
- Previous experience in manufacturing, production, processing, warehousing or a similar environment
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Ability to follow operating procedures and quality assurance requirements
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
- Reliable transport and the ability to attend rostered shifts
- Loader experience is highly regarded but not essential

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📌 Manufacturing Plant/Forklift Operator - Dalby, QLD (Toowoomba Regional)
🏢 AgriLabour
📍 Toowoomba Regional