" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eProduction Labourer/Forklift Operator\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25393\"\u003e Manufacturing \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25394\"\u003e Production Worker \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25395\"\u003e Brisbane \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25396\"\u003e Contract \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 8/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e$36 per hour + 15% afternoon shift loading\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDay and afternoon shifts available in Carbrook, QLD\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOngoing work with genuine temp-to-perm opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Co \u0026ndash; Labour Hire \u0026amp; Recruitment Specialists\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Position\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Co is currently seeking reliable and hardworking \u003cstrong\u003eProduction Labourers with Forklift Licences\u003c/strong\u003e to join an established manufacturing and production facility in \u003cstrong\u003eCarbrook, QLD\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Our client specialises in processing sands and manufacturing packaged building materials, including concrete and mortar products used across the construction, mining and other industries.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e This is a hands-on position combining general production labouring, forklift operation and packaging duties. You\u0027ll be working on a sand bagging line, assisting with both manual and automated production processes while learning how to operate and monitor production equipment.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e With ongoing work available and the opportunity to transition into permanent employment, this role is ideal for candidates seeking stability in the manufacturing industry.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s in it for you\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$36 per hour casual rate\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15% afternoon shift loading\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDay shift: \u003cstrong\u003e6:00am\u0026ndash;4:00pm\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfternoon shift: \u003cstrong\u003e12:00pm\u0026ndash;10:00pm\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOngoing temporary employment with potential to go permanent\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to gain experience operating production and packaging machinery\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCombination of forklift operation and general production duties\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork within an established manufacturing facility\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupportive team environment with on-the-job training\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssist with daily operations on the sand bagging and packaging line\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn to operate, monitor and maintain production flow on the bagging line\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerform manual labouring and material handling duties throughout the plant\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport automated production and packaging processes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWrap completed pallets and prepare products for storage\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperate forklifts to transport finished pallets into designated storage areas\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintain clean and organised production and warehouse areas\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow production procedures and workplace safety requirements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork collaboratively with other production staff to meet daily targets\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSkills \u0026amp; Experience\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Forklift Licence (LF) \u0026ndash; Essential\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious experience in production, manufacturing, warehousing or general labouring highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComfortable performing both forklift and hands-on labouring duties\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePhysically fit and capable of repetitive manual handling\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWillingness to learn how to operate production and packaging machinery\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReliable, punctual and committed to ongoing employment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong awareness of workplace health and safety procedures\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvailable to work the required day or afternoon shift\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to work in a dusty manufacturing environment while following required safety precautions\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePre-Employment Requirements\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMust be willing to complete a \u003cstrong\u003edrug test prior to commencement\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRequired to undergo a \u003cstrong\u003erespirator fit test\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMust be \u003cstrong\u003eclean-shaven where the respirator seals\u003c/strong\u003e to ensure a proper fit\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComfortable wearing respiratory protection for designated tasks when required\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you\u0027re an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eProduction Labourer or Forklift Operator\u003c/strong\u003e looking for consistent work and an opportunity to secure permanent employment, click \u003cstrong\u003eApply Now\u003c/strong\u003e to join Smith \u0026amp; Co and find out more about this opportunity in Carbrook. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"913701\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "