Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operator

Moondarra Cheese Pty; Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Moondarra Cheese is seeking a reliable Forklift Driver to join the Dandenong South warehouse. You will safely load/unload goods, pick and pack orders with an RF scanner, and store items accurately while maintaining safety and hygiene standards.

Requirements include a current LF forklift licence, proven forklift experience in a busy environment, and familiarity with RF scanning, WMS, and temperature-controlled products. Australian work rights required.

Qualifications

• Current LF forklift licence.
• Proven forklift experience in busy warehouses.
• Experience with RF scanners for picking and stock movements.
• Comfortable with handling temperature-controlled products.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to load/unload trucks and containers.
• Pick and pack customer orders accurately using an RF scanner.
• Receive incoming goods and store them correctly.
• Keep the warehouse and loading dock clean, organized and safe.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and WHS procedures at all times.
• Collaborate with dispatch, production and inventory teams.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner usage

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

High Risk Work Licence – Forklift (LF class)

Tools

RF scanner

WMS

Temperature-controlled handling

Job description

Moondarra Cheese is a family-owned Victorian cheese maker known for quality, craftsmanship and great local produce. Since acquiring Tarago Cheese, we’ve grown across two sites in Dandenong South and Neerim South. We’re a close-knit team who take pride in what we make and how we work together.

About the Role

We’re looking for a reliable, safety-minded Forklift Driver to join our warehouse team at our Dandenong South site. You’ll keep product moving efficiently, from receiving deliveries to getting orders out the door accurately and on time. It’s a hands-on, active role in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

• Safely operate a forklift to load and unload trucks and containers
• Pick and pack customer orders accurately using an RF scanner
• Receive incoming goods, check them against paperwork and put them away in the correct locations
• Keep the warehouse and loading dock clean, organised and safe
• Follow food safety, hygiene and WHS procedures at all times
• Complete pre-start checks on equipment and report any issues
• Work closely with the dispatch, production and inventory teams

What We’re Looking For

• A current High Risk Work Licence – Forklift (LF class)
• Proven experience and confidence operating a forklift in a busy warehouse
• Experience using an RF scanner for picking and stock movements
• Good physical fitness. The role involves manual handling, lifting and long periods on your feet
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• A safety-first attitude and a good work ethic
• Reliability, punctuality and the ability to work well in a team
• Experience in a food manufacturing or cold storage environment
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Experience with temperature-controlled products

Applicants must have full working rights in Australia.