Forklift Operator / Food Production Worker

$35.00 per hour + Super | Weekly Pay | Heidelberg West Location

Manpower is currently recruiting an experienced Forklift Operator / Food Production Worker for an established food manufacturing and warehouse operation based in Heidelberg West.

This is a casual opportunity offering full-time hours (7:00am-3:06pm, Monday to Friday) with a solid possibility of transitioning to permanent employment after 6 months for the right candidate.

What's on Offer?

- $35.00 per hour + super
- Weekly pay
- Full-time hours, Monday to Friday
- Stable and growing food manufacturing environment
- Opportunity for permanent employment after 6 months
- Supportive team culture

Key Responsibilities

- Operate electric counterbalance forklifts for loading and unloading trucks
- Pick, move and replenish stock throughout the warehouse
- Perform general warehouse duties while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards




- Assist with food production activities including packing, boxing and ingredient preparation
- Conduct manual handling duties involving lifting up to 20kg
- Follow quality assurance and food safety procedures
- Work collaboratively to achieve daily production and warehouse targets

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Current LF Forklift Licence
- Minimum 12 months recent counterbalance forklift experience
- Experience within a warehouse, manufacturing or food production environment
- Ability to work in cold storage environments including freezer, chiller and ambient areas
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety
- Good communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude
- Willingness to assist across both warehouse and production operations as required

📌 Forklift Driver New (Melbourne)
🏢 ManpowerGroup
📍 Melbourne