AddressZerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest growers and packers of Carrots, Onions and Potatoes supplying Australia’s leading supermarket chains plus independents and exports.
We are currently seeking experienced and motivated Forklift Drivers to join our team on a full-time permanent basis at our Parilla packing shed site located in the Mallee region of South Australia.
Reporting to the Packing Facility Supervisor, the Forklift Driver will be responsible for the safe operation of the forklift, ensuring production targets are achieved in line with customer requirements.
A salary of $70,000 - $90,000 will be available, based on applicable qualifications and experience.
Duties include:
- Operate controls to align forklifts and raise and lower forks to stack and unstack items in the packing facility, warehouses, and the main farm site.
- Safely and efficiently operate forklift to transport bins, crates, pallets, and load/unload trailers in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Complete daily/weekly start-up checklist and report deficiencies to supervisors or the maintenance department in a timely manner.
- Operate forklifts which run on rails or use electronic guidance systems to control movements in narrow aisles.
- Transport goods to designated areas in the packing facility, warehouses, workshops, and the main farm site.
- Ensure goods are stored in correct areas so that they can be easily located when orders are made up.
- Make up customer orders and check the grade of materials to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Ensure compliance of different stacking requirements for each sku, customer and transport.
- Ensure all bins and crates are wrapped and labelled correctly before transporting.
- Maintain accurate records regarding movements of supplies, materials, and products.
- Label and store produce in accordance with company policy and procedures.
- Ensure paperwork is completed, verified, and signed before submitting.
- Monitor equipment operation visually through gauges and instruments and through computerised monitoring equipment.
- Routinely inspect equipment to identify wear and damage, perform servicing, minor repairs, and adjustments to forklifts.
- All other requirements as directed to achieve business objectives.
Requirements:
- Unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence (essential).
- High Risk Work Licence (essential).
- Minimum of 2 years relevant forklift operation experience.
- Basic mechanical knowledge and the ability to diagnose faults.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, in a safe and controlled manner.
- Cultural adaptability and a willingness to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- A willingness to be hands on and participate in a broad range of duties, a strong work ethic is essential.
- Respect for others and pride in team’s performance.
- Commitment to ongoing learning.
- Commitment to delivering team goals and the drive to be successful.
Flexible work hours are required for this role, in line with seasonal production requirements.
Please visit www.zerellafresh.com.au for more information about the company. To express your interest in this position, please apply by attaching a current resume.
