Warehouse Operators

Job No: 97638
Location: Cairns, QLD

  • Fantastic opportunities for Warehouse Operators to join a global organisation!
  • 2 x roles available based in Cairns
  • Competitive salary package negotiable with experience

About Knauf Australia

Knauf is a multinational supplier of plasterboard, metal and associated products. Symbolic with quality and innovation, Knauf, is a 100-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.

About the Opportunity

Knauf Australia now has two opportunities for Warehouse Operators to join their Cairns facility, on a full-time basis.

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, Warehouse Operators coordinate the efficient and effective loading of local trucks, customer pickups, and deliveries. They also ensure all activities are undertaken in a safe and professional manner and to maintain Knauf's commitment to providing its customers with a high standard of customer service and products.

More specifically, your day-to-day responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

  • Liaising with customers and/or truck drivers on weights and any special loading requirements;
  • Developing load sheets for large orders as required;
  • Ensuring packing slips are filled in and checked correctly;
  • Ensuring all products loaded are correctly packed limiting any damage in transit;
  • Carrying out local deliveries when required;
  • Assisting in stocktakes as required; and
  • Ensuring that all work is performed in a manner which demonstrates commitment to Knauf values.

Who is Knauf Looking For?

To be successful in this position you will have previous experience in a similar position, with a strong understanding and working knowledge of warehouse operations, including transportation and freight. Candidates will also need to hold a current C Class Drivers License and a Forklift Licence and be comfortable operating a Forklift on a regular basis. An MR Class License will also be required prior to commencement.

While not essential, candidates with SAP experience will be held in high regard, as will previous experience with building materials.

Finally, Knauf is looking for team players with a positive attitude and a focus on delivering great customer service at all times.

Please note: This is a hands on, labour intensive role that requires incumbents to be able to lift up to 25kg of plasterboard at a time. As such, the ability to comfortably lift up to 25kgs on a daily basis is an essential requirement of this position.

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 candidate will be rewarded with a competitive salary package, commensurate with skills and experience.

Located out of the hustle and bustle, you will enjoy the work/life balance that you are afforded with shorter commute times and on-site parking, whilst still being part of a global organisation that can provide opportunities for on-going training and career development, that you may not have within other organisations.

These positions won't last long - If you are an experienced Warehouse Operator looking to join a global organisation - Apply Now!

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