Warehouse Operator

Lactalis Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis Australia in Lidcombe, Sydney seeks a permanent full-time Warehouse Operator to join the Cool Room team at the end of the production line, handling picking and packing customer orders.

Responsibilities include unloading, packing, labelling, dispatch, forklift operations, stock integrity, and accurate documentation. You'll work safely, maintain hygiene, and help train new staff in a high‑performing team.

Qualifications

• Forklift license essential.
• Experience in picking and packing customer orders.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• High risk forklift license is essential.
• Warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Unload products for manufacturing lines.
• Pick, palletise, label and dispatch customer orders.
• Operate forklifts safely and follow site protocols.
• Maintain stock integrity with accurate receiving and storage.
• Ensure orders and receipts have proper documentation.
• Keep work areas clean and hygienic.
• Assist in training new staff and support team development.

Skills

Forklift operation

Picking & packing

Teamwork

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A permanent full time opportunity exists to join a world leading dairy Company based in Lidcombe, Sydney. This is a hands-on manual role based within the Cool Room team at the end of the production line, picking and packing orders

Experience in picking and packing of product to customer orders and a high risk forklift license is essential. We are a close knit team, so effective communication skills and teamwork are a must.

Duties include:

Unloading of product for manufacturing lines.

Accurately pick, palletise, label, and dispatch customer orders, ensuring timely truck loading/unloading in line with safety and production requirements.

Operate forklifts safely and efficiently, adhering to all site safety protocols.

Maintain stock integrity through correct receiving, storage, recording, and issuing of goods in saleable condition.

Ensure all orders and receipts are supported by accurate documentation and report any operational disruptions promptly.

Uphold housekeeping and hygiene standards across work areas.

Support team development by assisting in training new staff and performing other duties aligned with the role’s scope.

To be considered for this position the following will be advantageous:

• Physically fit with ability to frequently lift/move/stack crates onto pallets (full pre-employment medical mandatory)
• A current Forklift licence (essential)
• Current and/or previous Warehouse Operator experience.
• Computer literacy including experience using Microsoft Office and computer based maintenance systems.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and a commitment to being part of a high performing team is essential. You'll welcome feedback to improve your own performance, and enjoy being part of a team.

About the Benefits

Lactalis encourages and supports a safe learning environment to give you the opportunity of a successful and rewarding career.