Warehouse Operator

Knauf is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of plasterboard, insulation and associated products and is a large supplier to the Australian market. With more than 250 production facilities and sales organizations in over 90 countries.

Knauf prioritises Safety First in the workplace.

About the role:

Knauf Gypsum is looking for an enthusiastic and confident candidate to join us as a Warehouse Operator. The role reports to the Trade Store Manager. This is a great opportunity to join our high performing trade store located in Penrith, NSW.

The role involves; Manual handling make-up of plasterboard orders, interaction with customers and carters, working as a team, operating forklifts (licensed) when required, general warehousing duties. This is predominantly a manual handling position.

If you enjoy being part of a team, and have a strong, organized work ethic, safety conscious, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Think and Act, Safety First, at all times
• Make-up orders of Plasterboard and associated products on a daily basis
• Dealing with Customers face-to-face & carters as required
• Assist with stock take / inventory counts to ensure accurate stock is maintained
• Check accuracy of orders, paperwork, while maintaining due diligence
• Forklift license, when required for stock movement and loading
• The ability to drive a small power operated tug and trailer unit for order make up
• Maintain operational equipment and report any faults or damage to management
• Report any safety issues, faults or damage to the manager
• General warehouse duties & house keeping

Must have:

• A current forklift license is advantageous or willing to obtain
• Physically fit & comfortable with manual handling
• Ability to handle plasterboard sheets and associated products
• Enjoy working in a team
• Reliability
• Good communication skills (Written & Verbal)
• Safety mindset and can do attitude
• Ability to start early

On offer:

• Excellent Hourly rate
• Full-Time permanent position
• Free Parking On-Site
• Yearly pay review
• Ability to move within the Knauf network
• 14-week Parental Leave (Primary Carer)
• Work-life balance

Please note, applicants must have entitlements to work in Australia, as part of the recruitment process, police and medical checks for security clearance pertaining to specific job requirements will be conducted for successful applicants.