Fulltime General Hand

About us

For 137 years, Colquhoun's has been a proud family business and trusted specialist in bags and sacks, delivering reliable, high-quality packaging solutions. With branches across four states, we service customers all over Australia, backed by a team of experienced professionals who bring our values to life every day. At Colquhoun's, we're a family business built on professionalism, positivity, and care.

About the role

A general hand position based in Canning Vale, reporting to the WA Factory Manager. The role covers work in the printing area as well as store duties.

Key responsibilities

• Catching bags from a print machine (potential to learn printing)
• Packaging and palletising bags
• Unloading containers
• Picking stock
• General housekeeping and keeping the workspace clean
• Admin duties
• Assist in providing a safe and productive work environment
• Any other tasks needed around the factory

About you

We're looking for someone motivated to get the job done and comfortable working in a close-knit team environment. You'll need to work well on your own initiative while still pulling your weight as part of the group.

To fit in well, you'll be:

Tenacious in juggling competing priorities and hitting deadlines, even when things get busy on the floor.

Always professional in how you deal with colleagues, customers, and delivery drivers.

Bringing a cheerful and fun attitude to everyday teamwork.

Selfless, pitching in wherever the team needs a hand.

Guided by a We Care mindset, making sure everyone feels valued and understood.

You'll also need:

• A valid forklift licence (essential)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for team engagement
• Previous experience in a similar role (advantageous)
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a small team
• Ability to undertake appropriate training to maintain and progress required skills

If you're excited about joining a well-established, respected family business, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]