Job description Forklift Operator | Food Manufacturing | Immediate Start Location: Heidelberg West, VIC Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:06pm Pay: $35/hour (includes cold room allowance) Super Type: Casual | Ongoing Work Start Date: ASAP We are currently seeking reliable and experienced Forklift Operators to join a busy food manufacturing site located in Heidelberg West. This role offers long-term, ongoing work for the right candidates and includes both forklift operation and hands-on production duties. About the Role: This is a dual-role position. While your primary duties will involve operating forklifts, there will also be food production responsibilities during quieter forklift periods. Forklift & Warehouse Duties: Operate electric counterbalance forklifts (Linde & Hyster) Load and unload trucks Pick and move stock (manual lifting up to 20kg) General warehouse duties and housekeeping Maintain safety and hygiene protocols at all times Cold storage work in freezer (-4°C), chiller (1.5°C), and ambient zones Food Production Duties (as required): Pack dips and other products with accuracy Operate basic food production machinery Assemble boxes, prepare ingredients, and maintain hygiene standards Assist in meeting daily production targets What We're Looking For: Valid forklift licence with at least 12 months recent experience Experience in cold storage environments (preferred) Physically fit and able to lift up to 20kg Comfortable working in freezer/chiller/ambient zones Strong attention to detail and safety-focused Willingness to support food production tasks as needed Excellent teamwork and communication skills Previous warehouse management experience is a bonus PPE including jackets for cold storage zones will be provided.