Forklift Operator

Domtar; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar in Sanford, FL seeks a full-time Forklift Operator to load and unload materials, move goods around the facility, and assist in paper mill and warehouse operations. The role requires attention to safety, basic math, and reliable equipment handling. Experience with SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities include daily truck loading, inventory-friendly stacking, and routine equipment checks. A valid driver’s license and clean record are required, with possible background checks in the selection

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills may be required.
• High degree of attention to prevent damage or injury; promote safety.
• Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records.
• Execute assignments accurately, timely and safely.
• May be required to use RF scanner gun.
• Clean driving record and a valid state license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial trucks to load/unload materials and move them to storage areas and docks.
• Transport materials to designated areas per production/shipping orders.
• Load/unload goods from vehicles and move pallets or rolls with clamp trucks.
• Stack goods in correct storage bays following inventory instructions.
• Perform daily equipment checks including safety inspections and lubrication.
• Verify product conformance to quality standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Basic math

RF scanner usage

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner gun

SAP (preferred)

Job description

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Location: Sanford, FL, US, 32771

Department: Finishing and Shipping (FS00)

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Sanford, (Florida, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Forklift Operator. This job is full-time permanent.

FORKLIFT OPERATORINTERNALJOB DESCRIPTION

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

The position reports to the Warehouse Managerand/or Warehouse Supervisor

NATURE AND SCOPE:

The position:

Will be a service position for Paper Mill, Converting, Warehouse and Offices.

Outside of the Company:

May have contact with outside suppliers.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas,machinesand loading docks, into trucks or storage facilities.

Obtains copy of production schedule or shipping order and transports material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility

Loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as trucks

Moving goods packed on pallets or in cratesalong with parent rolls with clamp trucksaround the storage facility

Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions

Checking loads are secure

Stacking empty pallets

Performing daily equipment checksincluding safety inspections andlubricatingfork trucks

Removing machine attachments and waste material from machines

Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards

Dumping materials into machine hoppers

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIRMENTS

High School diploma or equivalent

Good math,languageand reading skills; basic computer skills may berequired

High degree of attentionrequiredto preventdamage orinjury to others; promote a safe work environment

Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records

Execute assignments inan accurate,timelyand safe manner

May berequiredto use RF scanner gun

Clean driving record and a valid state motor vehicle operator’s licenserequired

Physical demands and abilities

Regularly sitting on a powered industrial truck

Frequentlylift upto 50 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand forlong periodsof time

Having a good sense of balance

Having good eye-hand-foot coordination

Ability to assess weights and judge distances and heights

Ability to work in varying temperatures, depending upon season

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education and/or professional qualifications:

High School and professional experience

SAP experience preferred but notrequired

2years’previousjob experience

NECESSARY COMPETENCIES:

Challenges the Process:

Challenges the status quo.Use technical information to solve technical problems.Findssolutions to process related issues.

Results Driven:

Holds self and others accountable for measurable results. Exhibits urgency and persistence.

Strong Written and Oral Communication Skills:

Can articulate clearly and conciselyin both written and oral formats. Effectively uses active listening skills and providesappropriate feedback.Read,writeand understand English.Benefit ifBilingual in English and Spanish

Demonstrates Leadership:

Understands and is able to provide direction to theteamto effectively manage the production assets.

Embraces Corporate Values and Ethics:

Decisions and actions are guided by the organization code of ethics.Represents and defends thecorporateinterest at all times.

Builds Effective Working Relationships:

Collaborates effectively inside and outside of functionalarea. Credible;getsalong well with all employees throughout the organization. Works toward outcomes favorable to all.

Effectively collaborates with others in the organization.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.