Production Operator, Forklift Operator

CSR Springboard; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing initiatives

Career progression across CSR brands

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

CSR Springboard is hiring for a permanent full-time role within a leading Australian manufacturer. The position offers a base pay of AUD 34.65 per hour plus shift allowances and overtime opportunities, with paid training, career progression across CSR brands, and a strong focus on safety and quality.

You’ll operate manufacturing equipment and forklifts, support production lines, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Promote a strong safety-first culture.
• Operate manufacturing equipment and production workstations.
• Perform forklift operations to support production.
• Maintain raw material supply to the production line.
• Conduct quality checks in line with national requirements.
• Record production and quality data using CSR systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across site.
• Maintain housekeeping and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety-first culture.
• Operate manufacturing equipment and production workstations.
• Perform forklift operations to support production.
• Maintain raw material supply to the production line.
• Conduct quality checks in line with national requirements.
• Record production and quality data using CSR systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across site.
• Maintain housekeeping and operational standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Equipment operation

Quality checks

Safety compliance

Data recording

Continuous improvement

Job description

• $34.65/hr + shift allowances + overtime opportunities
• Permanent full-time role with a leading Australian manufacturer
• Paid training provided and career progression across CSR brands

What we offer

At CSR, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build long-term careers.

Benefits include:

• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Paid parental leave and wellbeing initiatives.
• Ongoing training, upskilling, and development opportunities.
• Career pathways across CSR's portfolio of market-leading brands.
• A workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.

About the Role

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will play an integral role in safely operating manufacturing equipment and forklift machinery to support the production of high-quality Gyprock products.

Key responsibilities include:

• Promoting and contributing to a strong safety-first culture
• Operating manufacturing equipment and production workstations
• Performing forklift operations to support production requirements
• Maintaining raw material supply to the production line
• Conducting quality checks in line with national testing requirements
• Monitoring and adjusting production processes to meet product specifications
• Recording production and quality data using CSR systems
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Maintaining housekeeping and operational standards within the factory

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a Monday to Friday rotating roster, requiring flexibility to work across all three shifts:

• Day Shift: 6:00am to 2:00pm
• Afternoon Shift: 2:00pm to 10:00pm
• Night Shift: 10:00pm to 6:00am

At CSR, we're building a better future together.

With over 2,600 employees across Australia and New Zealand, CSR is a leading building products company focused on innovation, sustainability, and manufacturing excellence. We are committed to creating safe, respectful, and inclusive workplaces where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.

We're committed to building diverse teams and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, identities, and life stages. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.

For more information, visit www.csr.com.au

Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, and a background check.