Warehouse Operator

RGIT Australia; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health program for you and family

Emerging leaders academy

Career development planning

Flexible work options

Job summary

Ben Furney Flour Mills in regional NSW is seeking reliable warehouse staff for long-term, hands-on roles. The position involves operating forklifts, picking/packing orders, and maintaining FIFO traceability. Team-based environment with rotating shifts and strict safety standards.

Applicants should be physically fit, possess a forklift licence (or be willing to obtain) and have Australian work rights. Training and career development are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have permanent Australian work rights.
• Current forklift licence (and food safety certification) or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in warehousing/food manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain crown counterbalance forklift.
• Pick and pack orders; ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Administer batch tracking and FIFO traceability.
• Load and unload trucks; manage container slips.
• Maintain inventory controls and stock counts.
• Keep work area clean, safe, and compliant with GMP.
• Communicate with supervisors and coworkers; adapt to priorities.

Skills

Forklift driving

Warehousing

Punctuality

Reliability

Team player

Attention to detail

Shift work

Physical fitness

Job description

We're looking for long-term, so it's about character

Do you like:

Keeping fit and active?

Our position is physical, and you need to be strong, but it isn't over-the-top or crazy. Just good, honest, active work.

A calm, friendly family business work environment that values excellence?

This pretty much sums us up. A family business, supplying the best ingredients, doing it well and taking pride in it.

Being on time and reliable?

Our team values each other and looks after each other. Being reliable and on time is a big part of having each other's best interests at heart.

Our Company

Ben Furney Flour Mills is Australia's leading family-owned flour manufacturer and distributor based in regional NSW. Our operation has been established for over 30 years, and our business continues to grow to meet clients' needs.

The role includes, but is not limited to:

• Use of crown counterbalance forklifts.


• Picking and packing orders (physical fitness is important).


• Administering batch tracking & traceability systems to ensure FIFO.


• Loading and unloading of trucks.


• Performing inventory control procedures, including inward goods receiving and stock counts.


• Maintain a clean and safe working environment and optimise warehouse space.


• Slip sheet loading of shipping containers.


• Operate and maintain warehouse vehicles and equipment.


• Communicate and cooperate with supervisors and co-workers.


• Undertaking GMP activities (cleaning, pest control).

Key Abilities you will need:

• An experienced superstar forklift driver (food industry preferred) with a current Forklift & car licence.


• Experience in warehousing.


• Punctuality, reliability, the ability to work unsupervised and a good work ethic are critical.


• Physically fit to manually handle inventory, including 25 kg bags.


• The ability to work within a small team.


• The ability to be fluid with changing priorities due to customer needs.


• Attention to detail, ability to follow instructions.


• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.


• Must be willing to work shift work - Rotating shifts required, including early mornings (7 am - 3.30pm) and afternoon shifts (3.30 pm-12 am)


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in warehousing, preferably in food manufacturing or distribution


• Current forklift licence and food safety certification (or willingness to obtain)

Employee benefits:

• Comprehensive health, wellness, and safety program for you and your family


• Emerging leaders academy


• Annual career development planning


• Flexible work options

Big enough to matter, small enough to care...

There will be on-the-job ongoing training and exposure to many aspects of the flour manufacturing industry.

NO SPONSORSHIP IS PROVIDED FOR THIS ROLE

Our Process

• Must have permanent Australian work rights and be willing to undergo pre-employment checks


• Previous applicants need not reapply - we have your application on file


• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted


• Initial phone call with the Recruiter (20-30 mins)