[ref. a10639202] Forklift Supervisor - Greerton
With 30+ seasons under our belt, the standard gets set high, and that's why more and more growers refuse to settle for anything less than DMS.
You can be guaranteed of change here at DMS as we continue to expand and add automation to meet growing industry volumes.
We're now looking for an experienced forklift supervisor to join our team at DMS Pukepack in Te Puke.
Your job
Safely and efficiently operate forklifts to move, load, and unload goods in our kiwifruit packhouse environment.- Unloading goods from delivery trucks as required
- Supplying packaging and other goods to packing sheds and tray makers.
- Product handling from arrival on site, into Coolstores and/or Bin Tip areas
- Accurately loading product on trucks as per orders received
Follow all health and safety procedures and equipment maintenance and work with other packhouse staff to ensure smooth operational flow.
This is a permanent, full time role and is hourly paid with a range between $30-$35 per hour depending on experience. The minimum guaranteed hours are 30 hours per week, with additional hours expected during the peak kiwifruit season (March to June).The work hours will generally be scheduled between 7:00am - 6:00pm, Monday-Sunday on a rotational shift roster.
About You- Current forklift licence.
- 3+ years experience in forklift operations with at least 1 of these years in a racking and coolstore environment.
- Basic literacy and numeracy required for documentation and record-keeping
- Good verbal communication and ability to provide clear direction and support to a diverse workforce
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Good physical fitness and ability to lift moderate weights
- Flexibility with work hours and days during our peak kiwifruit season, including weekends and nights
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, and at other times during employment as per our drug and alcohol policy
You'll be working with 'the nicest people' at DMS! Driven by a strong sense of our values, you'll receive competitive pay with additional benefits such as bonuses, health insurance and the opportunity to develop in this growing industry.
If this is ticking the boxes for you, apply now!