Warehouse 2IC & Acting Manager | Food Distribution

PE Foods; Alstonville; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

EAP access

Supportive, friendly team culture

Opportunities for growth and acting mg

Job summary

PE Foods is seeking a hands-on Warehouse 2IC to support daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced food distribution environment at the Alstonville depot. The role entails acting as Warehouse Manager when needed, coordinating with Sales, Customer Service and Transport, and promoting a collaborative team culture.

Ideal candidates will have forklift certification, leadership experience, and solid knowledge of WMS and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse/distribution (food industry preferred).
• Valid forklift licence.
• Strong leadership skills to supervise, motivate and develop staff.
• Excellent communication and cross-department liaison skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse processes, safety standards, and WMS.
• Hands-on, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team in daily warehouse operations.
• Act as 2IC, stepping up as Warehouse Manager when required.
• Liaise with Sales, Customer Service and Transport for smooth communication.
• Promote teamwork, communication, and a positive workplace culture.
• Assist the Operations Manager with safety, compliance, and productivity.
• Support stock control: cycle counts, stocktakes, and adjustments.
• Ensure accurate picking and dispatch using the WMS.

Skills

Forklift licence

Leadership

Communication

WMS

Stock control

Tools

WMS

Job description

PE Foods is seeking a hands-on Warehouse 2IC to support daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced food distribution environment at the Alstonville depot. The role entails acting as Warehouse Manager when needed, coordinating with Sales, Customer Service and Transport, and promoting a collaborative team culture.

Ideal candidates will have forklift certification, leadership experience, and solid knowledge of WMS and safety standards.