Forklift Lead

Job Description
Night Shift Lead Forklift Driver
Join our King Street Warehouse Team and Take the Lead!

• Collaborative and dynamic team environment, with opportunities to share knowledge and best practices with colleagues in the FMCG industry!

• A chance to work in a fast-paced and varied role, with no two nights being the same, and a set night shift roster that offers a great work-life balance!

• Be part of a close-knit team of warehouse professionals that values organisation, efficiency, and excellent communication skills, and lead a small team of 3 brightstacks forklift drivers!

• Long-term opportunities for career advancement and development within Kraft Heinz, a leading food and beverage company, and the chance to make a real impact on our warehouse operations!

The Company
We are a company that's passionate about food, people, and the planet. We're one of the world's top food companies, with a portfolio of iconic brands that bring joy and nourishment to millions of people around the world.
Our culture is built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We empower our people to take ownership of their work, to experiment, and to innovate. We celebrate our successes and learn from our failures. And we're always looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our team and help us shape the future of food.
The Role
We are seeking a strong leader to join our team as a Night Shift Lead Forklift Driver. As a key member of our warehouse operations team, you will oversee the brightstacks warehouse operations for the respective shift, ensuring timely staging of brightstacks at Labelling and other labelling materials as required. You will also be responsible for leading a small team of 3 brightstacks forklift drivers and supporting the warehouse teams to meet daily objectives.
Shift: Set shift
Night shift - 10:00pm - 6:00am
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee receiving and storage of brightstacks, ensuring compliance with H&S, GR, and QRMP standards

• Assist with planning layout of storage and oversee staging of brightstacks for labelling

• Support warehouse teams to meet daily objectives and provide effective training for each team member

• Assist Warehouse Supervisor with bi-annual performance review of Brightstacks driver teams

• Ensure all equipment is fit for purpose and routinely maintained

• Work with warehousing supervisor to insure adequate manning

• Ensure all brightstacks storage procedures comply with site policies and regulatory requirements

We're looking for someone with:

• Forklift operators' certificate with OSH Endorsement

• Minimum 2-3 years of forklift operating experience, preferably in the FMCG industry

• Proven 2+ years leadership and team management experience

• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft products (including email access)

• Excellent communications skills

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Why Join Us?
We believe in fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Our King Street Forklift team offers a close-knit team environment where you can make a real difference while enjoying the benefits of being part of a global company with plenty of opportunities for growth and development. Receive these awesome benefits too:

• Competitive hourly rate

• Set roster with potential for overtime and weekend work in season

• Opportunity to lead a small team and develop your leadership skills

• Flexible work environment and a supportive team

• Development opportunities for the successful candidate

Ready to make an Impact?
If you're passionate about food, people, and the planet, and you're looking for a career that's both exciting and rewarding, we invite you to join our team. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for growth and development, and a chance to make a real difference in the world.
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer!
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we're committed to providing a workplace that's free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including:

• People with disabilities

• Women

• Visible minorities

• Indigenous peoples

• LGBTQIA+ peoples

• Veterans

Location(s)
Tomoana
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.