Forklift Operator / Picker

$61,000 + Super | Full time Permanent | South- East Melbourne

Want to be one of the first through the door?

We’re recruiting for a brand-new, state-of-the-art food and beverage manufacturing facility in South-East Melbourne, and we’re looking for an experienced Forklift Operator / Picker to join the founding team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who knows their way around a high-reach forklift, enjoys a busy warehouse environment and takes genuine pride in getting the job done safely, accurately and properly.

What’s on offer?
$61,000 + Super
Double reach & counterbalance forklifts
Work in a clean, modern, state-of-the-art facility
Free on-site parking
All PPE and equipment provided
Full training and ongoing development
Opportunity to grow with a brand-new operation
Early Friday finish planned when targets are achieved
Be part of the founding team and help shape the operation from day one

What will you be doing?

You’ll be an important part of keeping production moving, including:
Operating high-reach and counterbalance forklifts
Moving raw ingredients, packaging and finished products
Supplying production lines with materials
Picking, palletising,



wrapping and preparing orders
Loading and securing containers and dispatch vehicles
Receiving and storing incoming stock
Maintaining accurate stock levels and batch records
Working across ambient and chilled areas
Following strict food safety, quality and WHS procedures

What are we looking for?

You’ll ideally have:
2–3+ years’ high-reach forklift experience
A current Victorian LF Forklift Licence
Experience in FMCG, food & beverage, cold-chain or temperature-controlled warehousing
Solid stock accuracy and attention to detail
Experience with container loading/dispatch is highly regarded
Full Australian working rights
The ability to work permanently Monday–Friday
Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who cares about their work.

If you're reliable, switched-on, safety-conscious and the type of person who takes pride in doing things properly, this could be a great opportunity to get in early and grow with a brand-current operation

GET IN EARLY. GROW WITH US.

Apply now and be part of the team building something from the ground up!

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