AddressWe are owned by the Lactalis Group, the world's largest producer of dairy goods. We span over 94 countries, 250 production sites and 80,000 employees. At the heart of our Australian business we have over 2,200 passionate employees, working closely and constructively with some 500 Australian farmers to produce the finest dairy products in the country.
Pillar brands such as Harvey Fresh, Pauls, Jalna, Oak, Ice Break, Tamar Valley Dairy, Vaalia, President and Galbani provide Lactalis Australia with a deep national footprint for growth and prosperity.
Where you will be working
Lactalis Harvey Fresh in Western Australian is nestled amongst the fields of the beautiful South West Region of Harvey. This farming rich region is well known for producing premium fruit and first grade milk.
About this Opportunity
We are seeking to recruit a pro-active, hands-on Warehouse Team Leader who is ready to make a positive impact to the business. Reporting to the distribution centre coordinator you will play an integral role in the day-to-day activity across distribution and related areas.
- Take charge of day-to-day operations within the distribution centre, ensuring efficient and timely processing of incoming and outgoing inventory
- Assign responsibilities and tasks to team members according to their skill sets and workload
- Enforce quality control measures to ensure accurate picking and packing of products, in alignment with established quality standards.
- Uphold strict adherence to safety protocols, promoting a safe working environment and promptly addressing any safety concerns or incidents
- Maintain clear and open communication channels with team members, peers, and higher management to relay updates, address challenges, and foster a collaborative environment
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation of processes, procedures, and inventory records, facilitating transparency and accountability
Essential Requirements
- Current forklift licence
- Competent in use of manual handling equipment – hi reach forklift, frame forklift, pallet rider and pallet jack
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role
- Qualification in Logistics or Warehousing - highly desirable
- Previous experience in Fast Manufacturing Consumer Goods (FMCG) environment - desired
- Experience with SAP - highly regarded
- Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
- Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
- Excellent communication skills
To Apply
If you are confident that you have the ambition, drive and competency to succeed in this role, please submit your application, including your current resume by selecting ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts.
Note: Selected candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. A workplace where everyone can bring their full selves to work, enabling each person to reach their full potential. We understand the value of attracting and retaining employees with differing backgrounds and the contribution that diversity brings.
At Lactalis, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
More about Lactalis Australia
Click on the link to learn more about Lactalis Australia and our journey which has led us to become the World’s No.1 Dairy Company https://lactalis.com.au
We would like to take the opportunity to thank you in advance for applying for this position, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If this isn’t your time to work with us we wish you all the best in your career search and welcome you to apply for positions with Lactalis Australia in the future.
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