Fertiliser Plant Operator - Forklift & Packaging

Agri Labour; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing role

40 hours per week

Penalty rates

Experience in fertiliser production

Job summary

Agri Labour Australia is seeking a reliable Manufacturing Plant / Forklift Operator for a fertiliser manufacturing operation in Dalby, QLD. You will support the safe and efficient operation of processing, granulation and packaging facilities, with a hands-on role in a hot and dusty industrial environment and occasional forklift duties to move pallets and bags.

This ongoing position offers approximately 40 hours per week, starting ASAP, with safety and product quality as top priorities.

Qualifications

• Current Australian forklift licence is essential.
• Previous forklift operating experience is required.
• Comfortable working in hot and dusty manufacturing environments.
• Willing to move between production, packaging and forklift duties.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate fertiliser processing and packaging facilities to meet production requirements.
• Support granulation and manufacturing processes.
• Monitor feed and batching accuracy and product consistency.
• Operate and monitor plant and equipment in line with procedures and safety requirements.
• Move pallets and bags with forklift as required.
• Identify and report safety hazards, quality issues and variances.
• Maintain production and quality records.
• Follow quality assurance and manufacturing procedures.
• Assist with packaging and general manufacturing activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across production operations.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas.
• Complete other duties as directed by supervisors.

Skills

Forklift licence

Forklift operating experience

Hot and dusty environment

Production and packaging duties

Good communication

Attention to detail

Safety

Team player

Manual handling

Manufacturing/agriculture experience

Reliable and punctual

Job description

Agri Labour Australia is seeking a reliable Manufacturing Plant / Forklift Operator for a fertiliser manufacturing operation in Dalby, QLD. You will support the safe and efficient operation of processing, granulation and packaging facilities, with a hands-on role in a hot and dusty industrial environment and occasional forklift duties to move pallets and bags.

This ongoing position offers approximately 40 hours per week, starting ASAP, with safety and product quality as top priorities.