Receiving Leading Hand – Early Morning Shift (Fresh Produce Division)

Labourforce; Sydney; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Labourforce is seeking a Receiving Leading Hand for the Fresh Produce Division in Eastern Creek, NSW. The role covers the daily receival of fresh produce, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with food safety standards, with close collaboration with suppliers, drivers, and the buying team.

Key responsibilities include receiving, quality verification, and coordinating with the team to manage dock operations.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and clear communication are essential.
• Ability to manage time and prioritise in a busy warehouse.
• Leadership in a team environment is valued.

Responsibilities

• Receive and check inbound fresh produce daily.
• Verify quality and quantities against orders and invoices.
• Uphold HACCP and food safety standards (training provided).
• Unload trucks using pallet jacks or forklifts (licence advantageous).
• Coordinate with the buying team on quality acceptance or returns.
• Raise and manage non-conformance reports.
• Organise the receiving area, docks, drivers, and daily tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Teamwork

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse management systems

Excel

Job description

Receiving Leading Hand – Early Morning Shift (Fresh Produce Division)

Receiving Leading Hand – Early Morning Shift (Fresh Produce Division)
Location: Eastern Creek, NSWDays: Sunday to ThursdayHours: 1:00am – 8:30amPay Rate: $34.35/hr (training) increasing to $36.48/hr (after sign-off)

Our business partner, a proudly Australian-owned organisation, is a leader in supply chain management and logistics solutions for the food industry. Based in Eastern Creek, they deliver innovative and cost-effective logistics systems that ensure fresh produce reaches customers efficiently and on time.

We are seeking a hands‑on, detail‑oriented Receiving Leading Hand to join the Fresh Division, specialising in fruit, vegetables, and floral products. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.

The Role

As the Receiving Leading Hand, you will oversee the daily receival of fresh produce, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with food safety standards. You will work closely with suppliers, drivers, and the produce buying team to ensure products meet company and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and check all inbound fresh produce daily
• Verify product quality and quantities against orders and invoices
• Uphold HACCP and food safety standards (training provided)
• Unload trucks using pallet jacks or forklifts (forklift licence advantageous but not essential)
• Liaise with the produce buying team regarding quality acceptance or returns
• Raise and manage non‑conformance reports
• Organise the receiving area, manage docks and drivers, and prioritise daily tasks

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong attention to detail, clear communication skills, and the ability to lead in a busy environment.

What You’ll Need

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills (email, Excel, Word – training provided)
• Comfortable using RF scanners and warehouse management systems
• Experience with EPJ or pallet jacks (training provided)
• Forklift licence highly regarded but not essential
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Own reliable transport (due to early start times)

Shift Details and Training

• Days: Sunday to Thursday
• Hours: 1:00am – 8:30am
• Training period: 3–4 weeks with an experienced trainer
• Pay: $34.35/hr during training, increasing to $36.48/hr after sign-off
• Overtime: Available during busy periods (Christmas, Easter, long weekends)

Why Join the Team

This company offers a supportive workplace culture that rewards initiative, encourages growth, and provides opportunities for personal and professional development. If you are looking to take the next step in your logistics career within the fresh food industry, this is your opportunity to join a respected and growing organisation.