Production and Manufacturing Jobs and Recruitment

Skilled people for every stage of production

At National Workforce, we connect businesses with reliable manufacturing and production staff while helping job seekers find stable, rewarding roles across Australia. From food processing and machine operation to warehousing support, our people keep production lines moving safely and efficiently.
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Why employers and job seekers choose National Workforce

For employers

We understand the pressure of fast-paced production environments. Our candidates are safety-focused, reliable and adaptable to changing rosters. We source and manage talent across food manufacturing, warehousing, metals and e-commerce so you always have job-ready staff when you need them most.

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For job seekers

We work with trusted employers nationwide to help you find ongoing shifts, fair pay and supportive workplaces. Whether you’re starting out or looking to step up into skilled machine operation, we’ll support you with training, communication and opportunities to move into long-term, stable work.

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Production and manufacturing jobs we recruit

We regularly place skilled staff into roles such as:

Food industry process workers

Manufacturing machine operators (metals, glass, food, packaging)

Forklift drivers (LF, LO, high reach)

Pick packers with RF scanning or pallet rider experience

White card labourers

General production and factory workers

Industry insights

Demand is growing for candidates with machine operation skills and for those ready to train into these roles.

 

Employers want safety-focused, adaptable workers who can handle changing rosters and production targets.

 

Hiring remains strong across food and beverage manufacturing, warehousing, distribution and e-commerce.

 

The biggest challenges for employers include turnover, short tenure and the cost of training staff who leave early.

 

Candidates are looking for stability, fair pay, safe environments and clear pathways from casual to permanent work.

FAQs about production and manufacturing jobs

How quickly can I start work?

If you have the right skills and licences, some roles can start the same day. Forklift drivers and experienced machine operators are often placed within 24 hours.

Do labour hire roles pay fairly?

Yes. All placements meet or exceed award minimums. Many casual roles lead to permanent opportunities with host employers.

What do employers look for most in manufacturing candidates?

Reliability, safety awareness, forklift or white card licences and the ability to adapt to shift work.

What are the common challenges for candidates?

Transport to sites, KPI-driven environments and limited initial training. We help reduce these barriers with clear communication, site walk-throughs, PPE support and easy-to-use technology.

Take the next step in production and manufacturing with National Workforce

Whether you’re building a dependable production team or stepping into your next role, National Workforce makes it simple to connect with the right people and opportunities.

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