Production & Machine Operator – Forklift License Required

Cornerstone HR; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone HR is seeking a Production & Machine Operator with a current Forklift License to join our team in Melbourne. This hands-on role operates production machinery, loads and unloads, and supports dispatch activities.

You will set up machinery, perform quality checks, maintain records, and follow safety procedures in a fast-paced environment. Onsite parking is available and training is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in production, manufacturing, or machine operation preferred.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Reliability with strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical ability for manual handling and production duties.
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Onsite parking available.
• Training and ongoing support.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Set up machinery and make basic adjustments.
• Operate a forklift to move and load materials, products, and pallets.
• Load and unload deliveries safely.
• Assist with production, packing, and dispatch activities.
• Perform quality checks and ensure products meet standards.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate production and forklift records.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Report equipment faults, hazards, or quality issues.

Job description

We are seeking a Production & Machine Operator with a current Forklift License to join our team. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, operating machinery, and working as part of a fast‑paced production environment.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery safely and efficiently
• Set up machinery and make basic adjustments as required
• Operate a forklift to move and load materials, products, and pallets
• Load and unload deliveries safely
• Assist with production, packing, and dispatch activities
• Perform quality checks and ensure products meet required standards
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures
• Maintain accurate production and forklift records
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe
• Report equipment faults, hazards, or quality issues

About you

• Previous production, manufacturing, or machine operating experience preferred
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Good attention to detail and quality
• Reliability and excellent work ethic
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical ability to perform manual handling and production duties
• A willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
• Onsite parking
• Training and ongoing support
• Friendly and supportive team environment