| Job description: Sofidel America of Inola, OK is seeking a Material Handler/Forklift Operator. We are searching for a candidate local to the area who is looking for a long-term role in a stable environment. Your expertise will make you an essential part of our team! 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. Continuously supports Sofidel’s Employee Personal Practice Policy. Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Support Sofidel America’s Good Manufacturing Practices. HACCP and OSHA to promote a safe sanitary and hygienically sound workplace.
- 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.
Other Responsibilities May Include: - 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 about new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements: - A high school diploma or equivalent, and at least one year of experience in a warehouse setting are preferred.
- Must have basic knowledge of mathematics and its applications.
- Both verbal and written communication skills are a must.
- Ability to work effectively, courteously, and respectively with other employees.
- Correctly perform daily forklift inspection at the start of your shift.
- Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and other computer systems.
Benefits: - Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage with vision and dental, 401k, and PTO
- Great work environment
Work Environment: Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when in the plant and warehouse areas. PPE will include safety shoes, eye and ear protection, reflective vests, and hairnets or hats along with any other necessary protection. Temperatures in the plant/warehouse can range a great deal from season to season. The employee will be exposed to considerable paper dust and employees will also be exposed to noise levels that will require hearing protection. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: - 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 decision at the company will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. The company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected status. This policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all Sofidel America facilities. #HP1EEO is the LawEEO is the Law GINA Supplement Job Type: Full-time Benefits: - Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision insurance
Schedule: - 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift 6PM-6AM
- Day shift 6AM-6PM
- Overtime
- Rotating shift
- Every Other Weekend
Work Location: In person
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