Rolling Forklift Operator – Production & Inventory

Fletcher Building Limited; Hamilton; Hybrid; NZD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Education fund grants

Employee recognition programmes

Company discounts with leading Retail"

Job summary

Laminex New Zealand, part of the Fletcher Building group, is seeking a Rolling Team Member/Forklift Operator in Hamilton to support production through accurate stock handling and order preparation.

The role runs 42 hours per week, with a Monday–Thursday schedule 8:30am–5:00pm and Friday 8 hours, including a paid lunch break. Safety, teamwork, and precision are essential in this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience within a manufacturing/production environment.
• Current forklift licence and forklift experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good counting and numerical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others.
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• The ability to work independently and contribute to a team environment.
• A proactive approach and willingness to support the team as needed.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Operate an electric forklift to move large paper pallets throughout the plant and support stock management activities.
• Prepare paper orders to match daily production schedules and sort the paper into different orders.
• Responsible for stock control including, counting, sorting and handling paper products with a high degree of accuracy.
• Assisting with warehouse operations during peak periods and to support team requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Teamwork

Health and safety mindset

Job description

Laminex New Zealand, part of the Fletcher Building group, is seeking a Rolling Team Member/Forklift Operator in Hamilton to support production through accurate stock handling and order preparation.

The role runs 42 hours per week, with a Monday–Thursday schedule 8:30am–5:00pm and Friday 8 hours, including a paid lunch break. Safety, teamwork, and precision are essential in this hands-on role.