In-Demand Forklift operator Jobs in East Melbourne, Vic

Thermoforming & Extrusion- Plastics Machine Operator
Vacupack PTY LTD —Moorabbin VIC
- From $36 an hour
- Part-time
- Forklift
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Forklift Operator
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners —Moorabbin VIC
- 12 hour shift
- Forklift
- Warehouse
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
5d
Forklift Operator
Jatt Logistics —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Warehouse experience
- Health insurance
Pick Packer/Forklift Driver
Concept Fasteners —Tullamarine VIC
- $29 - $30 an hour
- Overtime
- Forklift
- In-person
- On-the-job training
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14d
Warehouse / Forklift Operator |7.30am - 3.30am | Preston
Ingenico —Melbourne VIC
- No weekends
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Forklift
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Australian Open 2027 Stores, Stock & Back of House Logistics Roles
Compass Group Australia —Melbourne VIC
- Hospitality
- Forklift
- Organisational skills
Australian Open 2027 Forklift Operator Opportunities
Compass Group Australia —Melbourne VIC
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Forklift
- Warehouse experience
5d
Excavator/Loader/Material Handler Operators
Senior Leadership InfraBuild —Laverton VIC
- $44.97 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction experience
- Health insurance
- Annual leave
Forklift Operator - Night Shift
Strait Link Shipping Pty Ltd —Port Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Forklift
4d
Seasonal - Forklift Driver
Australia Post —Sunshine West VIC
- $35.83 an hour
- Overtime
- Forklift
11d
Forklift Operator/Warehouse Operative
Automotion Plus —Moorabbin VIC
- $29 - $33 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Forklift
- Electrical experience
- Warehouse experience
- On-the-job training
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Container Forklift Operator
DP World Australia Container Parks Pty Ltd —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Forklift
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7d
Forklift Operator
K & S Freighters —Truganina VIC
- Forklift
- Outdoor work
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
Freight Handler, StarTrack Tullamarine (AM shift)
Australia Post —Tullamarine VIC
- $33.14 - $34.14 an hour
- Overtime
- Forklift
- Warehouse
2d
Seasonal - Truck Driver, Sunshine West
Australia Post —Sunshine West VIC
- $45.32 - $76.85 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Forklift
- Communication skills
Warehouse Operator - Laverton - Day Shift
James Hardie —Laverton VIC
- $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Manufacturing
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
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Assistant Operator (Process worker) - Dandenong
Visy —East Melbourne VIC
- Overtime
- Manufacturing
- Employee assistance program
8d
Forklift Operator/Truck Loader
Stratco —Epping VIC
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Forklift
- Employee assistance program
Forklift Operators
Northline —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Employee assistance program
Sheet Metal Fabricator
Integra Systems —Broadmeadows VIC
- $38 - $42 an hour
- Full-time
- Welding
- In-person
- Manufacturing
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Thermoforming & Extrusion- Plastics Machine Operator

Vacupack PTY LTD
Moorabbin VIC

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Job Details

Part-time | Temp to perm | Full-time | Casual
From $36 an hour

Qualifications

Forklift Licence
Forklift
Machining
Packaging
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Please apply only if you are currently located in Victoria, Australia, and are available to work consistently on your nominated shift.

This is a casual position with the potential to become full-time for the right candidate following a successful trial period.

This position is not suitable for student visa holders due to the required availability and working hours.

Job Brief

Vacupack is a fast-growing plastics manufacturer supplying packaging products to some of the largest food producers in Australia and internationally. Our products can be found across supermarket shelves, and we are committed to quality, innovation and reliable manufacturing.

We are seeking a capable and technically minded Plastics Machine Operator to work across our thermoforming and extrusion production lines.

Available shifts

Day shift: 6:00 am to 2:00 pm
Afternoon shift: 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Night shift: 10:00 pm to 6:00 am

Monday to Friday.

This is a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating production equipment, monitoring product quality, packing finished plastic packaging and supporting the smooth operation of the production line.

Duties and responsibilities

Operate thermoforming and extrusion machinery safely and efficiently
Set up, start, monitor and shut down production equipment as required
Monitor machine performance and report mechanical or process issues
Complete product quality checks throughout the production run
Identify defects and take appropriate action before affected product is packed
Pack, label and palletise finished plastic packaging
Assist with roll changes, material changes and basic machine adjustments
Maintain accurate production and quality records
Follow GMP, food-safety and clean-room requirements
Complete routine cleaning and housekeeping duties
Work closely with tool setters, technicians, supervisors and quality personnel
Follow all workplace health and safety procedures

Skills and experience

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

Previous machine-operating experience in plastics, packaging, food manufacturing or a similar FMCG environment
Experience with thermoforming, extrusion or automated production equipment is highly desirable
Good mechanical or technical aptitude
Ability to monitor machinery and identify production or quality issues
Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
Ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment
Understanding of quality control and quality-assurance requirements
GMP knowledge is highly desirable
Ability to perform regular manual handling and physical production duties
Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions
Reliable attendance and availability for the nominated shift
Forklift licence is preferred but not essential

Training will be provided; however, previous technical machine-operating experience will be highly regarded.

Pay: From $36.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have operating thermoforming or extrusion machinery?

Work Location: In person

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forklift operator jobs in east melbourne, vic

Thermoforming & Extrusion- Plastics Machine Operator

Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Pick Packer/Forklift Driver

Warehouse / Forklift Operator |7.30am - 3.30am | Preston

Australian Open 2027 Stores, Stock & Back of House Logistics Roles

Australian Open 2027 Forklift Operator Opportunities

Excavator/Loader/Material Handler Operators

Forklift Operator - Night Shift

Seasonal - Forklift Driver

Forklift Operator/Warehouse Operative

Container Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Freight Handler, StarTrack Tullamarine (AM shift)

Seasonal - Truck Driver, Sunshine West

Warehouse Operator - Laverton - Day Shift

Assistant Operator (Process worker) - Dandenong

Forklift Operator/Truck Loader

Forklift Operators

Sheet Metal Fabricator

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