Forklift Operator

Sofidel Group; Haines City (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofidel America is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator for their Haines City, FL facility. The role requires a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency in managing materials. With opportunities for professional growth and a stable environment, this position is ideal for those looking to advance in the manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Professional training and development

401(k) Match

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Employee referral bonus

Retention Bonus

Vision insurance

Safe work environment

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Forklift Operator or Material Handler.
• Forklift driving certification for various types of forklifts required.

Responsibilities

• Support Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP.
• Conduct regular forklift inspections and maintain certification.
• Operate stretch wrap machine and manage raw materials.

Skills

Forklift operation

Quality inspection

Safety practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Sofidel America of Haines City, FLis currently seeking aForklift Operator. We are searching for a candidate that is local to the area and is looking for a long-term role in a stable environment with an opportunity for growth. Your expertise will make you an important part of our team!

Sofidel America is a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, one of the leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and domestic use worldwide. Established in 2012, Sofidel America is headquartered in Horsham, Pa., and operates manufacturing plants in six additional states (Florida, Wisconsin, Nevada, Oklahoma, Ohio, and Mississippi). The Sofidel Group has subsidiaries in 12 countries – Italy, Spain, the UK, France, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Hungary, Greece, Romania,and the U.S. - with more than 6,500 employees.

Schedule: 12 Hour shift, 7:00 to 7:00 – swings from days to nights everytwoweeks

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support Sofidel America’s Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP to promote a safe, sanitary and hygienically sound workplace.
• Maintain forklift driving certification for Single Forks, Double-Wide, Box-Clamp, Roll-Clamp, and Bale Clamp.
• Conduct regular forklift inspections per 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.
• Deliver and Remove raw-materials, finished goods and waste products in a safe and timely manner.
• Band parent rolls cores and put them in the correct recycling or customer return trailers.
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 1+ Years’ experience working within a Forklift or Material Handler position.

Company Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Professional and safe work environment
• Employee referral bonus
• Retention Bonus
• 401(k) Match
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Professional training and development
• Paid vacation

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Sofidel America is an equal opportunity employer. Sofidel America is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, employment decisions at the company will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.