Manufacturing Plant / Forklift Operator - Dalby, Qld

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

The benefits

• Start: ASAP
• $34.96 per hour + penalty rates
• Duration: Ongoing
• Ongoing role for the right candidate in a fertiliser manufacturing environment
• Varied role combining plant operation, packaging and forklift duties
• Hands-on role in production, quality and continuous improvement processes

Job description

The Role

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Manufacturing Plant / Forklift Operator to join a busy fertiliser manufacturing operation in Dalby, QLD. Working within the agricultural manufacturing and fertiliser industry, you will support the safe and efficient operation of processing, granulation and packaging facilities. This is a hands-on role in a hot and dusty industrial environment, requiring flexibility, attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety and product quality. You may also be required to operate a forklift to move pallets and one-tonne bags of fertiliser as part of daily production activities.

Key Responsibilities

You will support the day-to-day operation of the fertiliser manufacturing plant by operating equipment, monitoring production quality and assisting with material movement. The role requires accurate process control, safe equipment operation and flexibility to move between tasks as production needs change.

• Operate fertiliser processing and packaging facilities to meet production requirements
• Support the efficient operation of granulation and manufacturing processes
• Monitor feed accuracy, batching accuracy and product consistency
• Operate and monitor plant and equipment in line with procedures and safety requirements
• Operate a forklift to move pallets and one-tonne bags of fertiliser as required
• Identify, report and respond to safety hazards, quality issues and operational variances
• Maintain accurate production and quality records
• Follow quality assurance and manufacturing procedures
• Assist with packaging and general manufacturing activities as required
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across production operations
• Maintain clean and safe work areas
• Follow all workplace health and safety proceduresComplete other reasonable duties as directed by supervisors

Benefits

• $34.96 per hour plus applicable penalty rates
• Ongoing for the right candidate
• Approximately 40 hours per week
• Opportunity to build experience across fertiliser manufacturing, packaging and forklift operations
• Varied duties across processing, quality, materials handling and production support
• Work within an established manufacturing environment with a strong focus on safety and operational standards

Your Skills & Experience

• Current Australian forklift licence is essential
• Previous forklift operating experience
• Comfortable working in hot and dusty manufacturing environments
• Flexible and willing to move between production, packaging and forklift duties as required
• Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
• Able to work safely around manufacturing plant and equipment
• Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Comfortable completing manual and hands-on production duties
• Previous manufacturing, fertiliser, agricultural production or processing experience is advantageous but not essential
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety

Choose Agri Labour Australia

Agri Labour Australia is an award-winning Australian company with clients in every State and Territory. Proudly representing major agribusinesses, large primary producers, rural operators, and local farmers - we are more than a recruitment agency. Founded on our firsthand knowledge of the land and dedicated to the ongoing success of our clients' businesses and our candidates' careers, you can rely on us for expertise, advice, and support.