Advertised: 24 January 2026
WR Carpenter (PNG) Limited
Manufacturing | Madang
WR Carpenter (PNG) Limited

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Position Title: Forklift Operator cum De-Palletizer

Company Name: Carpenter Agricultural & Manufacturing Ltd (T/A Globe)

Location: Madang

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Forklift Operator cum De-Palletizer to support production and warehouse operations. This role is responsible for safe material handling, can feeding to production lines, and effective inventory movement within the factory while ensuring compliance with food safety and workplace safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely load, unload, stack, and transport materials within the factory and storage areas
  • Feed cans to production line conveyors and support de-palletizing operations
  • Maintain accurate inventory records, including tallying, FIFO implementation, and cycle counts
  • Report shortages, damages, and quality-related issues promptly to supervisors
  • Conduct daily forklift inspections, basic cleaning, and minor maintenance checks
  • Ensure forklifts, charging stations, and work zones are kept clean and orderly
  • Comply with safety, sanitation, GMP, and HACCP requirements at all times
  • Perform other operational duties as assigned by the Production Manager

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Minimum secondary level education
  • Valid forklift operator licence or certification
  • Proven forklift operating experience
  • Ability to read and understand labels, batch numbers, and safety instructions
  • Basic knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory control
  • Good police conduct

Desired Personal Qualities

  • Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks in cold and freezer environments
  • Self-motivated with good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Well organised, reliable, and able to work on own initiative
  • Positive attitude with strong attention to safety and quality
  • Able to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records

How to Apply:

If you're excited to join a dynamic team and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and why you'd be a great fit for this role to [email protected] or by clicking Apply below.

Applications close by COB Friday, 06 February 2026.

More information

Job ID: #25754

Industry: Manufacturing

Location: Madang, Papua New Guinea

Company: WR Carpenter (PNG) Limited

Company Description: The WR Carpenter (PNG) Group has developed and operated businesses in Papua New Guinea since 1919 when WR Carpenter & Co. Limited registered in Rabaul. At that time Rabaul was the main business centre and capital of New Guinea and had been under military occupation since 1914. The principal business of WR Carpenter & Co Limited was the purchase of island produce and the selling of general merchandise. ​The Group's evolution in Papua New Guinea has diversified over this period and has variously included Plantations, Shipping, Merchandising, Insurance, Aviation, and Automotive interests and the Information Technology business technology sector.

Company Website: www.wrcpng.com

Source: www.pngworkforce.com


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