Forklift Operator

KENT Consumer Brands Pet Australia Pty Ltd; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable manufacturing environment

Supportive team and safety-first

Job summary

Kent Consumer Brands Pet Australia Pty Ltd in Toowoomba is seeking a permanent Forklift Operator (license essential) to support our paper manufacturing site. You will help keep production running smoothly, safely, and efficiently while handling loading/unloading of goods.

You will work in a daylight production environment, follow strict WHS practices, and collaborate with a team to meet daily targets. This role requires a current forklift license and the ability to work shifts.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or production experience, ideally FMCG
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving
• Good communication and ability to read technical instructions
• Strong safety focus and attention to detail
• Ability to work shifts and flexible hours
• Physical capability to lift up to 25kg and be on your feet

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery
• Perform routine checks, basic maintenance and troubleshooting
• Complete production, inspection and packaging tasks
• Record production and quality data
• Follow WHS procedures and keep a clean, organised workspace
• Work with team to meet daily production targets

Job description

KENT Consumer Brands Pet Australia Pty Ltd – Toowoomba QLD

Founded in 1927, KENT WORLDWIDE is a family-owned US company built around specialty ingredients and consumer brands. Over the years, the business has become known around the world for our strength in manufacturing and marketing.

The KENT WORDWIDE Consumer Brand Business in APAC is a leading provider of a portfolio offering both Petcare solutions and Food & Beverage products.

About the role

Looking for a permanent skilled Forklift operator (license essential) with experience in loading and unloading of goods.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Forklift Operator (license essential) to join our Toowoomba based paper manufacturing site. You’ll help keep our production running smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring production machinery


• Performing routine checks, basic maintenance and troubleshooting


• Completing production, inspection and packaging tasks


• Recording production and quality data


• Following WHS procedures and maintaining a clean, organised workspace


• Working collaboratively to meet daily production targets

Skills & Experience

• Manufacturing or production experience, ideally within FMCG


• Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills


• Good communication skills and ability to read technical instructions and manuals


• Strong safety focus and attention to detail


• Ability to work shifts and flexible hours


• Physical capability to lift up to 25kg and work on your feet

What’s On Offer

• Stable manufacturing environment


• Supportive team and safety‑first culture

Ready to join a team that’s making a meaningful impact every day?

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