Machine & Forklift Operator – Safe, Hands-on Manufacturing

Australian Workforce; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Workforce in Sydney, NSW is seeking a Machine & Forklift Operator to handle concrete mixing, stacking and splitting machines on-site. The role involves setting up moulds, fixtures, grinding and cutting edges, and daily forklift checks, plus unloading and relocating stock using a forklift.

Candidates should have at least 2 years in manufacturing, possess a forklift license, and show strong mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Manufacturing environment.
• Forklift license is essential.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience as a Machine Operator is preferable.
• Ability to use computers for the entry and retrieval of process data and machine operation.
• Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of safety in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Operating concrete mixing, stacking and splitting machines.
• Setting up and installing moulds and other machine fixtures.
• Setting grinding and cutting edges.
• Forklift pre-start checklist daily.
• Unloading off machinery and moving product to necessary location.
• Putting stock away and moving stock around using the forklift.
• Placing gluts onto packs to assist in the loading.
• Splitting packs.
• Sorting through damaged stocks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Team orientation

Computer literacy

Job description

Australian Workforce in Sydney, NSW is seeking a Machine & Forklift Operator to handle concrete mixing, stacking and splitting machines on-site. The role involves setting up moulds, fixtures, grinding and cutting edges, and daily forklift checks, plus unloading and relocating stock using a forklift.

Candidates should have at least 2 years in manufacturing, possess a forklift license, and show strong mechanical aptitude.