Forklift Operator II

Essity•Dover, DE

23h•$17•Onsite

About The Position

Operates horizontal forklifts to move, load, and unload materials in a safe and efficient manner. Ensures proper handling of goods and adherence to warehouse safety standards. This role operates on a dynamic 12‑hour rotating shift schedule from 7PM to 7AM

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED
3 to 4 years proven experience operating Stand Up and Sit-down forklift l in a warehouse or distribution environment.
Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Basic computer skills
Fundamental problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Strong attention to detail, Ability to deliver work with quality and speed
Basic technical skills
Safety Oriented
Frequent lifting or moving of light weight material weighing 5 lbs. to 25 lbs. and occasional lifting or moving of average weight material weighing 25 lbs. to 60 lbs. required, assisted lift over 50 lbs.
Be able to work overtime, flexible hours, and weekends, as needed or required.

Responsibilities

Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate areas and onto movable storage stands.
Move in-process materials and finish stock to/from production areas, including loading material onto machinery in ESP production area.
Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage. Report quality variances.
Accurately complete and document all product/material location movements.
Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.
Assist in physical inventory.

Benefits

United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
Wellness program provided through Rally
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program
PTO offering with Paid Holidays
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Employee discounts program
Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.