Forklift & Production Operator - Afternoon Shift

Manpower Australia; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing full-time hours

Afternoon shift roster

Regular overtime available

Genuine temp-to-perm opportunity

Stable manufacturing environment

Supportive and hardworking team

Immediate start available

Job summary

Manpower Australia is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Production Worker for an ongoing full-time role in a busy manufacturing environment in Maitland. Training will transition from day to afternoon shift with overtime available and a genuine temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.

You will operate a forklift, assist with production, and help maintain a clean and safe workspace while supporting daily targets and a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Current LF Forklift Licence is required.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling tasks.
• Reliable with a solid work ethic and safety focus.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move raw materials and finished products safely.
• Load, unload and stage materials for production.
• Assist with manufacturing and production processes.
• Open moulds and remove finished products.
• Prepare equipment and materials for upcoming production runs.
• Complete quality checks and finishing tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve daily production targets.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Safety awareness

Reliability

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Job description

Manpower Australia is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Production Worker for an ongoing full-time role in a busy manufacturing environment in Maitland. Training will transition from day to afternoon shift with overtime available and a genuine temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.

You will operate a forklift, assist with production, and help maintain a clean and safe workspace while supporting daily targets and a collaborative team culture.