Forklift Operator

Sofidel•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Sofidel America of Phoenix is seeking a Material Handler/Forklift Operator for a long-term role in a stable environment. The purpose of this position is to perform Material Handling tasks within the plant to support machine production schedules, finished product shipping, and recycling/waste removal activities. This position works a 12-hour rotating shift schedule and continuously supports Sofidel’s Employee Personal Practice Policy. The role requires adherence to Sofidel America’s Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP, and OSHA to promote a safe, sanitary, and hygienically sound workplace.

Requirements

Must possess a valid forklift certification.
Must have basic knowledge of mathematics and its applications.
Both verbal and written communication skills are a must.
Ability to work effectively, courteously, and respectfully with other employees.
Correctly perform daily forklift inspection at the start of your shift.
Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and other computer systems.
Candidates must successfully pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Candidate local to the area.
Looking for a long-term role in a stable environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain forklift driving certificate for Single Forks, Double-Wide, Box-Clamp, and Roll-Clamp.
Conduct regular forklift inspections per the required instruction list.
Complete mandatory logs and documents.
Charge batteries and change propane cylinders.
Operate stretch wrap machine and understand the HU label process.
Monitor raw materials, finished goods, and waste products at all lines and deliver and remove them in a safe and timely manner.
Band parent rolls cores and puts them in the correct recycling or customer return trailers.
Service and support all Machine employee requests.
Operate balers for towels and broken tissue, cardboard, and poly.
Operate trash compactors for waste disposal.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by manually picking up waste paper and other materials.
Work the 12-hour rotating shift requirement.
Provide on-the-job training to new employees as needed.
Perform or assist with any operations, as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules and quality requirements.
Notify supervision of unusual equipment or operating problems and the need for additional materials and supplies.
Maintain a safe work area and comply with safety procedures and equipment operating rules keeping the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain a specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
Perform other related duties as assigned.