Forklift Operator – Sofidel Duncan, SC – xxSchedule

Key Responsibilities

• Unload material and product from incoming vehicles and distribute to assigned locations
• Ensure inventory is accurately tracked and managed
• Assist with the unloading and working of broke rolls/bale trailers
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies
• Regularly inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance
• Offload raw materials and deliver to converting lines
• Communicate with converting lines and warehouse
• Able to move and work efficiently in different areas of the Warehouse as needed
• Align with Warehouse leadership on issues and discrepancies
• Keep up with daily load production volume
• Hold self and others to high level of safety standards, ensuring workplace safety policies are upheld and safety rules are followed (lockout/tagout procedures, confined spaces, appropriate PPE)
• Participate as needed in safety incidents and help investigate root cause
• Maintain a clean working environment by complying with procedures and housekeeping responsibilities including daily lift blowdowns
• Knowledge of trailer LOTO procedures (trailer stands, glad hand locks)
• Safely empty trash hoppers in compactors
• Demonstrated knowledge of all waste hopper identification
• Properly store non-hazardous chemicals in warehouse and understand emergency procedures if needed

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required)
• Understand and comply with all manufacturing safety procedures including personal protective equipment (required)
• Able to work in a physically demanding environment including temperature extremes, loud noise, avoiding slipping, tripping, and falling hazards
• Physically capable of manual labor that includes bending, walking, sitting, and climbing in and around machinery and equipment for entire 12-hour shift
• Able to lift, up to 40 lbs frequently, between 40 and 50 lbs occasionally, over 50 lbs minimally
• Work environment includes exposure to compressed air, steam, lubrication oil, dust, and hydraulic fluid
• Able to work a 12‑hour shift, weekends, and holidays. Able to work overtime as needed

• Crew A: 6am – 6pm
• Crew B: 6pm – 6am
• Crew C: 6am – 6pm
• Crew D: 6pm – 6am

You work every other weekend.

• Competitive hourly wages
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career development within a growing global organization
• A values‑driven culture focused on safety, innovation, and sustainability

Sofidel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.