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Forklift Operators Wanted

Payment: Paid Position ($28.00$29.00 per hour)
Location: Dunsandle/rakaia
Region: Christchurch & Canterbury
Experience: Experience Necessary
Listing Added: 12/11/2026
Company: Max People

Forklift Operators | Food Manufacturing | Selwyn

About The Role:
We’re looking for experienced Forklift Operators to join the warehousing team at a leading food manufacturing site in the Selwyn area. You’ll be part of a well-run facility with great systems, a strong team culture, and genuine opportunities to grow.
You will have good experience with heavy loads and operating machines capable of heavy loads.
Reach Truck experience would be advantageous.

Wages: $28.00–$29.00 per hour (based on experience)
Location: Selwyn 

What’s In It For You:

  • Modern, well-maintained warehouse facility
  • Excellent team environment and culture
  • Ongoing career opportunities
  • On-site training and support

Shift Options as Available:
 

  • Mon-Fri 6am-3pm/3pm - Midnight, alternating weeks
  • Wed-Sat OR Sun-Wed 7am-5pm - ongoing roles
  • Extra shifts may be available as required
  • 4 on 4 off (2 days/2 nights) 12 hour shifts

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Operating forklifts to load/unload trucks
  • Moving goods and raw materials within the warehouse
  • Scanning products and maintaining records
  • Stacking pallets and following inventory instructions
  • Checking load security and supporting packout operations
  • Ensuring cleanliness and safety in the work environment
  • Assisting with machine loading and quality checks

What We Require:

  • Valid Forklift Certificate
  • Proven forklift operating experience 
  • Reach truck experience of 12mths plus required for certain roles
  • Confident using warehouse software and scanners
  • Reliable transport to/from site
  • A strong work ethic and team-first attitude
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND

APPLY ONLINE

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