Experienced machine Operators - MUST HOLD CURRENT FORKLIFT LICENSE

Cornerstone HR; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Mon-Fri roster

Training and development

Northern Suburbs location

Job summary

Cornerstone HR in Melbourne's Northern Suburbs is seeking an experienced machine operator to join a busy manufacturing team. You will operate mixing equipment and production machinery, follow schedules, and ensure safety, quality and productivity in a chemical manufacturing setting.

The role requires a current forklift licence (LF) with at least two years of counterbalance experience. It is a full-time, Monday–Friday position with ongoing training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating mixers, processing equipment or production machinery.
• Current Forklift Licence (LF) with counterbalance experience.
• Minimum 2 years forklift operating experience.
• Strong knowledge of workplace safety and SOPs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and safety-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial mixers and manufacturing equipment.
• Follow production schedules and batch instructions accurately.
• Monitor production processes and complete quality checks.
• Process line and production line operation.
• Inventory control and stock management.
• Loading, unloading and movement of raw materials and finished goods.
• Operate a counterbalance forklift to move pallets and stock.
• Manual handling of materials as required.
• Work safely alongside plant and equipment in a busy manufacturing environment.
• Complete production and inventory records using computer systems.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Adhere to all OH&S policies, procedures and safe operating practices.

Skills

Machine operation

Mixer operation

Forklift licence (LF)

Counterbalance forklift

Inventory handling

Computer systems

Safe manual handling

Teamwork

Punctuality

Job description

Experienced machine Operators - MUST HOLD CURRENT FORKLIFT LICENSE

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Machine Operator / Mixer Operator to join our growing manufacturing team based in Melbourne's Northern Suburbs.

Working within a chemical manufacturing environment, you will be responsible for operating mixing equipment, production machinery and supporting manufacturing processes while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and productivity.

This is a hands-on role suited to candidates with strong machine operating experience and a current forklift licence.

Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday
• Day Shift: 6:00am – 2:00pm
• Flexibility required to move to Afternoon Shift (2:00pm – 10:00pm) when operational needs require

Key Responsibilities

• Operate industrial mixers and manufacturing equipment
• Follow production schedules and batch instructions accurately
• Monitor production processes and complete quality checks
• Process line and production line operation
• Inventory control and stock management
• Loading, unloading and movement of raw materials and finished goods
• Operating a counterbalance forklift to move pallets and stock
• Manual handling of materials as required
• Work safely alongside plant and equipment in a busy manufacturing environment
• Complete production and inventory records using computer systems
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Adhere to all OH&S policies, procedures and safe operating practices at all times.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong machine operating experience within a manufacturing environment
• Experience operating mixers, processing equipment or production machinery
• Current Forklift Licence (LF)
• Minimum 2 years' forklift operating experience, including counterbalance forklift operation
• Experience moving pallets, stock and raw materials safely
• Computer literacy and experience using inventory or production systems
• Experience with inventory control and stock management
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely
• Strong understanding of workplace safety and safe operating procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual and safety-focused attitude

What's on Offer

• Stable full-time opportunity
• Monday to Friday roster
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Northern Suburbs location