Production Warehouse Associate & Inventory Lead

Avida; Penrith; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Avida is a family-owned manufacturer of Motorhomes and Caravans in Australia, located in Emu Plains, Western Sydney. We are seeking a Warehouse Assistant to support production on the factory floor and manage materials-handling tasks.

You will operate forklifts and bins, perform fibreglass roll changes, deliver pallets to production lines, and backfill picker duties during peak demand. A strong commitment to WHS, teamwork, and clear communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift licence (LF) is essential.
• Experience with heavy materials handling or production support operations.
• Strong understanding of WHS requirements, including manual handling and hazard awareness.
• Ability to follow procedures, work autonomously, and prioritise effectively.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate electric and fork-tipper bins for efficient movement and disposal of production materials.
• Ensure bins are correctly positioned, emptied, cleaned, and rotated as required.
• Report any damage or maintenance issues related to bins or handling equipment.
• Perform safe and accurate changeovers of fibreglass laminating rolls and inspect for defects.
• Deliver pallets to line locations according to production schedules and communicate with line leaders.
• Maintain Kanban loops and escalate shortages or repeated consumption issues.
• Assist main pickers in preparing production kits and fulfil work orders; backfill picker duties as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment; participate in toolbox talks and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment safely and within licence requirements.

Skills

Forklift licence

Heavy materials handling

WHS compliance

Autonomy

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Avida is a family-owned manufacturer of Motorhomes and Caravans in Australia, located in Emu Plains, Western Sydney. We are seeking a Warehouse Assistant to support production on the factory floor and manage materials-handling tasks.

You will operate forklifts and bins, perform fibreglass roll changes, deliver pallets to production lines, and backfill picker duties during peak demand. A strong commitment to WHS, teamwork, and clear communication is essential.