Store Person – Te Aroha

Asset Recruitment Ltd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Auckland is seeking a motivated Store Person to support warehousing and distribution operations. You will manage inward and outward goods, operate forklifts, and maintain accurate stock records in a vibrant and engaging work culture. The role requires a current forklift license with reach truck experience and recent experience in a food manufacturing environment. Competitive perks include health insurance and complimentary food.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage

Complimentary food, honey, and coffee

Team-building events and annual retreats

Qualifications

• Must have a current forklift license with reach truck experience.
• Experience in a food manufacturing or warehouse environment required.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and record incoming goods.
• Pick, batch, and dispatch stock for orders.
• Operate forklifts and warehouse equipment safely.
• Maintain stock accuracy through cycle counts and stocktakes.

Skills

Recent experience in a food manufacturing or warehouse environment

Current forklift license with proven reach truck forklift experience

Class 2 drivers licence advantageous

Understanding of warehouse operations, RMP, and food safety requirements

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in stock handling and documentation

Good numeracy, literacy, and basic IT/ERP system skills

A team-focused attitude

Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling

Tools

Forklifts

ERP systems

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a Store Person to support our warehousing and distribution operations. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for managing inward and outward goods, ensuring raw materials and packaging are available for production, and maintaining accurate stock records.

You will also operate forklifts and warehouse equipment, repack, and label products, and help keep our warehouse compliant with food safety and RMP requirements. As part of a small collaborative team, you will play a key role in ensuring products and materials flow smoothly through our supply chain.

This is a full-time permanent position, 40 hours per week, scheduled between the hours of Monday to Friday 07:00 – 17:00.

What a typical day could look like

• Receiving, inspecting, and recording incoming goods
• Picking, batching, and dispatching stock for customer and production orders
• Operating forklifts (reach truck and counter balance), pallet wrappers, and other warehouse equipment safely
• Supporting production with material checks and requests
• Repacking, labelling, and sampling honey drums as required
• Maintaining stock accuracy through cycle counts and stocktakes
• Completing warehouse documentation and ERP entries in line with SOPs
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant warehouse environment
• Contributing to Health & Safety initiatives and encouraging safe work practices

What you’ll bring to the table

• Recent experience in a food manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Current forklift license with proven reach truck forklift experience, essential
• Class 2 drivers licence advantageous
• Understanding of warehouse operations, RMP, and food safety requirements
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in stock handling and documentation
• Good numeracy, literacy, and basic IT/ERP system skills
• A team-focused attitude with flexibility to support across operations
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling

Why Manukora?

• Vibrant Culture: Join a lively team that stands by strong values and fosters an engaging workplace. They have planned “All Team” events every quarter and an annual two-day retreat.
• Fast-Paced Environment: Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) business, making waves in global markets.
• Fuel Your Day: Enjoy complimentary food, honey and barista coffee to keep your energy flowing throughout the day!
• Well-being matters to Manukora: Enjoy health insurance coverage through Southern Cross and access to EAP services

If you’re a motivated, safety-conscious warehouse team member looking for your next opportunity, apply now or contact Pearl on 07 839 3685 for more information.

All applicants will undergo and must pass all pre-employment checks including favourable references from your two most recent supervisors, and clear criminal background.

You MUST have immediate eligibility to work in New Zealand without restrictions.