Forklift Operator

3 days ago

Napier City, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand ZIWI Full time NZ$45,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

ZIWI Limited is recognised as a leading pet nutrition company and is setting the standard globally using only NZ locally sourced natural and free-range ingredients. We have a passionate and dedicated team who are incredibly proud of the products we make and love sharing them globally.

We are seeking an experienced forklift operator to assist with the day to day stock movement within our super kitchen at Awatoto.

You will work closely with the wider Warehouse, Logistics and Production teams to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the site, including the cold store with temperatures ranging from -5°c to -12 °c. This role works 45 hours per week across Monday to Friday.

You will take responsibility for receiving of inwards goods, product storage, container loading and dispatch of products from the loading docks. Experience using reach trucks is essential.

Key responsibilities:

  • correctly handling product and accurately locating into racks using on-board scanning and ABEL WMS system.
  • timely & accurate delivery of pallets to production staging area when requested via the ABEL WMS system.
  • timely internal movements/transfers of pallets to maintain the cold store at optimum capacity.
  • support a culture of continuous improvement within the workplace
  • complete cycle-counts, inventory and compliance checklists to meet process controls.

Key requirements:

  • minimum 3 years proven experience operating forklifts
  • put-away and order-picking experience using on-board forklift scanning and WMS – meat products handling and products batching an advantage
  • Basic understanding of cold-chain, food safety and hygiene requirements
  • A strong focus and commitment to Health & Safety at all times
  • A current OSH forklift licence
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy with good written and arithmetic literacy.
  • Be familiar with and have a good basic computer literacy
  • A reasonable level of fitness with the ability to lift to 20kg & stand for extended periods
  • Is reliable, punctual and a positive influence within the warehouse team and ZIWI

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic business with a global footprint. The role also offers the opportunity to work with the very latest in Warehouse and Material Handling equipment in Hawkes Bay. At ZIWI there are endless opportunities to grow and further your career goals. If you have the skills, experience, and energy we are seeking please apply now

At ZIWI our people are the key to our ongoing success and if you can demonstrate the attributes we are seeking, we believe in rewarding and providing opportunities for further development.

All applicants must have current NZ residency or a valid work visa to apply and will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening as part of ZIWI's commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

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