Job Title: Machine Operator / Forklift Operator

Location: Lonsdale, SA

Rate: Au$ 33 per hour

Shifts: Day (6:00AM - 2:06PM) | Afternoon (2:00PM - 10:06PM)

Days: Monday to Friday

Casual Ongoing Prospect

We are seeking reliable and motivated Plant Operators / Machine Operators / Forklift Operators to join their manufacturing team in Lonsdale. This is an ongoing opportunity with a leading Australian carpet manufacturer, offering secure employment and immediate starts for suitable candidates.

Duties include:
Loading yarn and materials into carpet tufting machinery
Setting up and operating carpet manufacturing equipment
Operating a forklift to move raw materials and finished products
Recording and monitoring production data
Maintaining a safe and efficient work setting
Assisting with general production and material handling duties

To be successful, you will have:
Current LF Forklift Licence
Previous machine operating and/or forklift experience
Experience in carpet manufacturing, textile production, or similar machinery highly regarded but not essential
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
High attention to detail and commitment to quality




Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and stand for extended periods
Ability to regularly lift min 5kg
Versatile attitude toward overtime and additional hours when required

Reliable work ethic and strong focus on workplace safety

If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for the Machine Operator / Forklift Operator role. Join our team and be a part of creating high-quality carpets for our customers.

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with outstanding companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Consultant

Reference number: 78399
Profession:ManufacturingMachine Operators

Company: Programmed / PERSOLKELLY
Date posted: 13th Oct, 2026
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📌 Plant Operator / Machine Operator / Forklift Operator Adelaide
🏢 Programmed
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