Material Handler

Overview

Duluth, MN Sofidel America, a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, is a leading manufacturer of paper products globally. Established in 2012 within the United States, and headquartered in Horsham, PA, Sofidel America operates manufacturing plants in ten states, including Minnesota. With subsidiaries in 15 countries and over 7,500 employees worldwide, Sofidel Group is dedicated to producing high-quality paper for hygienic and domestic use.

The Duluth location is undergoing rapid expansion, making it an exciting time to join our team. Our workforce is engaged, dependable, and values team-based culture. Apply today if you are looking for a workplace where you can grow and develop within the organization and build a career. An ideal team member is local to the Twin Ports region, highly organized, and interested in a team-based work setting.

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The Material Handler’s primary responsibility is to provide support for the mill’s production activities as well as loading and unloading the mill’s raw materials and finished products using powered industrial trucks. This position status is non-exempt and works a Modified DuPont schedule consisting of 12-hour day and night shifts with rotating weekends. Candidates should carefully consider the schedule before applying. This role starts at $23.72 an hour with an opportunity to move to $26.65 an hour after 9 months once training is completed.

• Be fully engaged in safety and follow all safety and operating procedures.
• Unload pulp or scrap paper from trucks using powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Perform daily lift truck inspection/cleaning.
• Dewire, stage and mix scrap paper or pulp bales, operating a front-end loader.
• Operate bale line and perform computer entries.
• Warehouse wrapped tissue rolls using PITs.
• Load bales of pulp onto conveyors for pulping.
• Transport and wrap tissue rolls with automated wrapper.
• Support the operations team.
• Perform housekeeping duties in assigned area.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to learn and perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must demonstrate a dedicated commitment to safety.
• Must be willing and able to learn equipment operations.
• Able to work independently and in a team environment.
• High level of initiative and drive.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Lift/Carry Requirements:

• Stand – C (Constantly) 10 lbs. or less
• Walk – C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs.
• Sit – O (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs.
• Reach Outward – C (Constantly) Over 100 lbs.
• Reach Above Shoulder – F (Frequently)
• Push / Pull – O to F as indicated by specific tasks
• Climb – O (Occasionally)
• Crawl – O (Occasionally)
• Squat or Kneel – O (Occasionally)
• Bend – O (Occasionally)

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)

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 from season to season. The employee will be exposed to considerable paper dust and may be exposed to noise levels requiring hearing protection.

EEO Statement Sofidel America is an equal opportunity employer. Sofidel America is committed to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all Sofidel America facilities.

ADA Statement For Accommodation Sofidel America complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.