Feeding Pulper Operator
About The Position
Sofidel America is part of the Sofidel Group, one of the world's leading manufacturers of tissue paper for hygienic and household use. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, innovation, sustainability, and workplace safety, Sofidel provides employees with opportunities to build long term careers within a growing global organization. We are seeking a safety focused and dependable Feeding Pulper Operator to support our paper manufacturing operations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the continuous flow of raw materials needed to support paper production and overall mill performance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous manufacturing, paper mill, recycling, pulp processing, or industrial experience preferred.
- Experience operating industrial machinery, conveyors, pumps, pulpers, or material handling systems preferred.
- Experience working with recycled fiber, OCC, or stock preparation systems is a plus.
- Experience operating forklifts, clamp trucks, skid steers, or other mobile equipment is a plus.
- Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout procedures and industrial safety practices preferred.
- Strong communication, troubleshooting, and problem solving skills.
- Ability and willingness to work rotating 12 hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
- Dependable attendance and commitment to maintaining consistent work performance.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
- Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and climb.
- Ability to safely lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in hot, humid, dusty, and noisy manufacturing environments.
- Ability to wear required PPE.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate and monitor pulper feeding equipment, conveyors, pumps, and associated systems.
- Feed raw materials into the pulper according to production requirements and specifications.
- Monitor the pulping process to maintain proper material flow and support uninterrupted paper production.
- Inspect incoming raw materials and remove contaminants before entering the pulping process.
- Monitor and maintain bale handling, conveyor, material transfer, and pulper feeding systems.
- Monitor equipment performance and report abnormalities, mechanical issues, safety concerns, or process upsets.
- Perform routine inspections of pulpers, conveyors, pumps, and material handling systems.
- Demonstrate ownership of assigned equipment and identify opportunities to improve reliability and safety.
- Assist with troubleshooting operational and equipment issues.
- Assist in clearing jams and material flow disruptions while following all safety procedures.
- Support preventive maintenance activities, equipment cleanouts, shutdowns, and startup activities.
- Maintain accurate production records and operational documentation.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Follow all company safety policies including Lockout/Tagout requirements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and annual performance incentive opportunity.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Career growth opportunities within a global manufacturing organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
