Kinrise is a growing, privately owned powerhouse in Australian food manufacturing with some of Australia’s most loved and innovative brands. We describe ourselves as a ‘start up with scale’ and have a burning ambition to grow our business. Formed in 2018 the Kinrise portfolio covers Biscuits, Breakfast, Baking, Bakery, and Snackfood categories and has 40+ years making iconic Australian food, with a rich Australian heritage that’s grounded in family origins.

As a Forklift Operator, you'll play a critical role in keeping Kinrise moving.

Every pallet you transport helps ensure our production lines stay running and our favourite biscuits, cookies and crackers make it safely to supermarket shelves across Australia.
 

Working in our fast-paced warehouse, you'll safely move raw materials and finished goods, use SAP and RF scanners to manage inventory and help deliver the high standards of safety, quality and service our customers expect.
 

If you're a reliable, safety-focused operator who enjoys making an impact every shift, we'd love to hear from you.

This opportunity is available on our Day Shift, working Monday to Friday from 6:00am to 2:30pm.

We’re looking for team members who can commit to their preferred shift and contribute to a safe, consistent and high-performing production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate High Reach and Counterbalance forklifts throughout the warehouse
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently while maintaining product integrity
• Supply production lines with raw materials to support uninterrupted manufacturing
• Put away finished goods and replenish warehouse locations accurately
• Complete inventory transactions using SAP and RF scanners
• Accurately complete warehouse documentation and stock movement records
• Conduct pre-start forklift safety inspections and report equipment issues promptly
• Perform stock rotation and inventory movements in accordance with FIFO requirements
• Maintain high standards of food safety, quality, GMP and housekeeping
• Work collaboratively with warehouse, production and logistics teams to achieve daily operational targets
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency and warehouse performance

What success looks like

• You operate forklifts safely and confidently every shift without compromising safety or quality.
• You ensure production always has the right materials at the right time.
• Inventory movements are accurate, timely and completed correctly within SAP using RF scanners.
• You consistently meet warehouse productivity expectations while maintaining attention to detail.
• You contribute to a clean, organised and GMP-compliant warehouse.
• You actively identify and resolve issues before they impact production.
• You build positive relationships with your teammates and contribute to a collaborative workplace.
• You take ownership of your work and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety every day.

Skills/Competencies required

• Current Australian LF Forklift Licence (essential)
• Experience operating High Reach and/or Counterbalance forklifts
• Previous experience within an FMCG, food manufacturing, warehouse or distribution environment
• Experience using SAP, Warehouse Management Systems or similar inventory systems
• Experience using RF scanners for inventory and stock control
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
• Understanding of GMP, HACCP and food safety standards is highly regarded
• Ability to accurately complete warehouse documentation and follow written work instructions
• Strong communication, literacy and numeracy skills
• Reliable, safety-focused and able to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Physical capability to perform manual handling throughout the shift
• A continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to learn and support the wider team

Why Join Us?

Kinrise is a fast paced, agile business that focuses on your talents and challenges you to perform at your best. An opportunity with us would mean:

• An opportunity to work with leading Australian-made brands and products

• An exciting role in a growing business with a great history and an ambitious growth agenda

• Supportive and collaborative team culture

Kinrise is committed to creating an environment that welcomes all, celebrates our diversity in all its forms and fosters an environment of inclusion. We recognise that our unique differences are what sets us apart and how we succeed as a team. We are an equal opportunity employer.