2x3x2 Forklift Operator

Sofidel•Duncan, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sofidel, a global leader in tissue paper manufacturing, is seeking a Forklift Operator. This role handles paper product and materials throughout the mill in a safe and timely manner with movement by forklift and clamp trucks. The Forklift Operator also works closely with the Distribution team and external transportation contacts to provide safe and efficient delivery to our customers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required)
Understand and comply with all manufacturing safety procedures including personal protective equipment (required)
Able to work in a physically demanding environment including temperature extremes, loud noise, avoiding slipping, tripping, and falling hazards
Physically capable of manual labor that includes bending, walking, sitting, and climbing in and around machinery and equipment for entire 12-hour shift
Able to lift, up to 40 lbs frequently, between 40 and 50 lbs occasionally, over 50 lbs minimally.
Work environment includes exposure to compressed air, steam, lubrication oil, dust, and hydraulic fluid.
Able to work a 12-hour shift, weekends, and Holidays. Able to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

Unload material and product from incoming vehicles and distribute to assigned locations
Ensure inventory is accurately tracked and managed
Assist with the unloading and working of broke rolls/bale trailers
Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies
Regularly inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance
Offload raw materials and deliver to converting lines
Communicate with converting lines and warehouse
Able to move and work efficiently in different areas of the Warehouse as needed
Align with Warehouse leadership on issues and discrepancies
Keep up with daily load production volume
Hold self and others to high level of safety standards, ensuring workplace safety policies are upheld and safety rules are followed (lockout/tagout procedures, confined spaces, appropriate PPE)
Participate as needed in safety incidents and help investigate root cause
Maintain a clean working environment by complying with procedures and housekeeping responsibilities including daily lift blowdowns
Knowledge of trailer LOTO procedures (trailer stands, glad hand locks)
Safely empty trash hoppers in compactors
Demonstrated knowledge of all waste hopper identification
Properly store non-hazardous chemicals in warehouse and understand emergency procedures if needed