Warehouse Operator

RIDLEY USA INC.; Narangba; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Supportive team environment

Excellent employee benefits

Career development opportunities

Focus on safety and quality

Job summary

Qualifications

• Current Australian forklift licence - mandatory
• Demonstrated experience operating high-reach double-deep forklifts - essential
• Previous warehouse, stores, manufacturing or similar experience is desirable
• Good mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

Responsibilities

• Operating high-reach double-deep forklifts safely and efficiently
• Receiving, storing and loading ingredients and finished products
• Packing and dispatching customer orders accurately and on time
• Maintaining accurate stock levels and following FIFO practices
• Completing receival, dispatch and weighbridge documentation
• Liaising with drivers regarding deliveries and collections
• Maintaining site housekeeping, hygiene and safety standards
• Supporting production, stocktakes and continuous improvement activities
• Following all relevant quality, HACCP, environmental and legislative requirements

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Safety-focused

Tools

High-reach double-deep forklift

Job description

At Ridley, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee is valued and respected. As Australia's leading provider of animal nutrition solutions, we have played a vital role in supporting the agricultural industry and broader food chain for over 30 years. Our culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and safety-focused Storeperson/Warehouse Operator to join our Operations team at Narangba.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager and working closely with the Production and Administration teams, you will play an important role in ensuring finished products and ingredients are received, stored, packed and dispatched safely and efficiently.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in keeping a warehouse and manufacturing environment running smoothly.

Full training will be provided, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills and build a long-term career with Ridley.

What You Will Be Doing

• Operating high-reach double-deep forklifts safely and efficiently
• Receiving, storing and loading ingredients and finished products
• Packing and dispatching customer orders accurately and on time
• Maintaining accurate stock levels and following FIFO practices
• Completing receival, dispatch and weighbridge documentation
• Liaising with drivers regarding deliveries and collections
• Maintaining site housekeeping, hygiene and safety standards
• Supporting production, stocktakes and continuous improvement activities
• Following all relevant quality, HACCP, environmental and legislative requirements

About you

You will be reliable, practical and safety-focused, with a positive attitude and a willingness to get involved.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current Australian forklift licence - mandatory
• Demonstrated experience operating high-reach double-deep forklifts - essential
• Previous warehouse, stores, manufacturing or similar experience is desirable
• Good mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• A reliable and team-oriented approach
• A strong commitment to safety and quality
• Willingness and availability to work on a rotating shift roster and overtime as required

Why Join Ridley?

• Full training and ongoing development
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Excellent employee benefits
• Career development opportunities within a leading Australian agribusiness
• A strong focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement

Please note: Applicants must hold a current Australian forklift licence, have demonstrated high-reach double-deep forklift experience, have unrestricted Australian working rights and be willing and available to work on a rotating shift roster. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks and a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.