Forklift Operator

1 week ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Programmed Full time

Our client, Heinz Wattie's, is one of New Zealand's most loved brands. They are an iconic internationally recognized food manufacturing company. Being one of the world's leading food and beverage companies is a privilege and a huge responsibility, they believe in diversity, inclusion & belonging and are committed to providing their staff with the best possible work environment.

Our client, Heinz Watties, is looking for Forklift Drivers for their busy Spring-Summer 2021-22 production season in Hornby. Majority of shifts are **4x4 rotational shifts: First 2 days - 6am-6pm followed by 2 nights - 6pm-6am, followed by 4 days off.** As an essential business, our client is operating throughout all Covid alert levels. You **MUST** have your own transport to get to work as the site is not easily accessible by bus.

**Pay Rate: min $24/ hour with 8% holiday pay accrued on top of this.**

**This role involves**:

- Forkhoist operation in both Chilled and Ambient environments
- Working in tight production areas, and placing pallets and crates at height
- Assisting with production roles as required (hop on, hop off)
- Keeping great records as you go
- Following all H&S requirements

**What you bring to the role**:

- Current OSH forklift licence (F endorsement preferred)
- Previous experience driving forklifts is preferred, however there are available positions that would suit a beginner driver
- Passion and great team effort
- Great Literacy and Numeracy skills
- Able to wear a mask due to current Covid level restrictions
- Ability to start right away

**Why take this role?**
- Work alongside a great team, with four-day weekends to get the most of your summer
- Gain experience and training with New Zealand's most loved brand - opportunity to learn and advance
- Join Safety-Focussed employers that focus on your wellbeing
- Get started straight away, and paid weekly
- Great local culture and team environment
- On site cafeteria with great meals available
- Weekly prize draws for $250 - be in to win
- $50 vouchers if you refer a friend while working at Heinz Wattie's or Programmed
- Work life balance - Various shifts to support your life or family
- Opportunity to gain employment permanently out of season
- Staff sales - every week and traffic value

Don't worry about a cover letter - just send through your CV We'll give you a call to go over the role and book you for an induction to get started.

**Who we are**

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

**_
So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now._**

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