Forklift Operators / Drivers
Job No:
111449
Location:
Erskine Park, Western Sydney
- Join this global manufacturing organisation at their brand new site in Western Sydney!
- Comprehensive training, onboarding and opportunities for career progression
- Attractive hourly rate plus super!
About the Opportunities
Knauf Australia now has multiple opportunities for full-time Forklift Operators / Drivers to join their team at their brand new site in Erskine Park, Sydney.
Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, these positions are responsible for coordinating the efficient and effective loading of local trucks, customer pickups, and deliveries.
More specifically, your day-to-day duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Picking and packing customer orders and ensuring all paperwork is completed correctly;
- Liaising with customers and/or Truck Drivers on weights and any special loading requirements;
- Ensuring all products loaded are correctly packed limiting any damage in transit;
- Delivering and unloading customer orders by hand (heavy lifting may be required); and
- Assisting in stocktakes as required.
You will be responsible for ensuring all activities are undertaken in a safe and professional manner and will maintain Knauf's commitment to providing its customers with a high standard of customer service and quality products.
About You
Ideally, you will have previous experience in a similar position, with a strong understanding and working knowledge of warehouse operations, including transportation and freight.
A C Class Licence and Forklift Licence (LF) are essential requirements of this role. Applicants who hold a current MR licence will have a distinct advantage.
Knauf is looking for candidates who are able to work within a small team environment as well as operating autonomously.
While not essential, candidates with a Certificate II in Transport and Warehousing, SAP experience and/or experience with building materials will be held in high regard.
Importantly, you will be a hard-working and motivated team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to promote health and safety practices among coworkers.
About the Benefits
Knauf is made up of a diverse mix of talented people working together to attain a shared goal. Their workforce is made up of employees that are skilled, experienced and have a strong desire to succeed, all sharing the same energy and entrepreneurial spirit and as such, they are always on the lookout for talent from all sectors of the community who can bring unique ideas, skills, qualifications and backgrounds to their organisation.
The successful candidates will receive an attractive hourly rate plus super with comprehensive training and onboarding.
You will enjoy the work/life balance that you are afforded, whilst still being part of a global organisation that can provide opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
About Knauf Australia
Knauf is a multinational supplier of plasterboard, metal and associated products. Symbolic with quality and innovation, Knauf, is a 90-year-old German manufacturing company with over 26,000 people worldwide and a massive global footprint across 60 countries and over 150 manufacturing sites. Knauf entered the Australian marketplace in 2010 and have since expanded across both the Australian and Asia Pacific markets.
Knauf has plasterboard and compounds manufacturing facilities in Matraville (New South Wales) Bundaberg (Queensland) and Altona (Victoria) and metal profile lines in Beenleigh (Queensland). With over 280 employees and a national distribution PlastaMasta network, Knauf is a major supplier to the lightweight construction industry and a one-stop-shop for a complete wall framing solution.
If you are a hard-working team player looking for your next career opportunity, don't wait - Apply Now!