Job Description
Day Shift - Production Operator
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(Forklift Licence Required)
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Location: Huntingwood - 06:00am -2pm
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Manufacturing / FMCG Production Facility
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About the Role
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We are seeking experienced and reliable Production Operators to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on position that combines forklift operation, machine operation, raw material handling, and production support activities. This is not a traditional warehouse forklift role. Operators will spend approximately 50% of their time operating forklifts and 50% performing machine operation and production-related tasks. Successful candidates will be comfortable working in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing setting and willing to assist across multiple production areas as required.
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Key Responsibilities
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Operate forklifts safely and efficiently within the production environment.
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Supply raw materials and packaging materials to production lines.
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Operate depalletising and production equipment safely and effectively.
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Load materials into machinery and monitor machine performance.
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Remove empty pallets, waste materials and production by-products.
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Cut straps, unpack materials and prepare product for production.
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Support production line operations and equipment changeovers.
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Conduct basic machine troubleshooting and fault reporting.
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Follow site safety procedures, GMP and quality standards.
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Wear and maintain required PPE at all times.
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Assist across different production areas as operational demands require.
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Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping within the production area.
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Skills & Experience
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Essential
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Current LF Forklift Licence.
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Previous experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing,



production or FMCG environment.
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Experience working around machinery and production equipment.
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Strong understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.
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Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
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Desirable
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Experience operating depalletisers or automated production equipment.
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FMCG manufacturing experience.
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Machine operation experience.
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Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
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Experience working in high-volume production environments.
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What We're Looking For
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We're looking for someone who:
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Takes initiative and doesn't wait to be directed to every task.
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Can identify what needs to be done and assist where required.
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Is adaptable and happy to move between production areas.
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Has strong common sense and problem-solving abilities.
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Can safely operate both forklifts and production machinery.
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Works well within a team and contributes positively to site culture.
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Working Environment
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Fast-paced FMCG manufacturing facility.
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Rotating production requirements.
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Opportunities for ongoing work and consistent hours.
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Day and Afternoon Shift positions available.
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Cross-training provided across production areas.
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Physical Requirements
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Frequent forklift operation.
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Repetitive lifting and manual handling.
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Regular on/off forklift activity.
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Standing, walking and working around production machinery.
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Ability to work in a physically active environment.
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Success in This Role
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The successful candidate will be a highly autonomous operator who can relieve pressure across multiple production areas through safe forklift operation, strong machine operating capability, flexibility, and a proactive approach to work. This role is ideal for an experienced production operator who enjoys a varied position rather than being solely forklift-based or solely machine-based.
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Kate Love
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ManpowerGroup is committed to being a Diversity Confident Recruiter and encourages applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including people with a disability. Please indicate your preferred method of communication in your resume and please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments should you be contacted for an interview.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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Experis Pty Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of ManpowerGroup
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State: QLD, licensee/s Manpower Services (Australia) Pty Ltd, LHL-*****-D5L4Q. State: QLD, licensee/s Experis Pty Ltd, LHL-*****-Y5F6D. State: SA, licensee/s Manpower Services (Australia) Pty Ltd, LHS ******

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