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Forklift Operator II

Essity
Dover, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2026
Forklift Operator II- D Crew

Who We Are

Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene with our corporate headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, and North American headquarters in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company that is committed to breaking barriers to well-being. Essity does this through innovative brands in the areas of Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical Solutions.

About The Role

Operates horizontal forklifts to move, load, and unload materials in a safe and efficient manner. Ensures proper handling of goods and adherence to warehouse safety standards. This role operates on a dynamic 12‑hour rotating shift schedule from 7PM to 7AM

What You Will Do

  • An Employee with uncompromised commitment to our I Care journey which ensures a safe, healthy, and sustainable work environment.
  • Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
  • Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate areas and onto movable storage stands.
  • Move in-process materials and finish stock to/from production areas, including loading material onto machinery in ESP

production area.

  • Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage. Report quality variances.
  • Accurately complete and document all product/material location movements.
  • Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
  • Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards. Assist in physical inventory.

Who You Are

  • HS Diploma or GED
  • 3 to 4 years proven experience operating Stand Up and Sit-down forklift l in a warehouse or distribution environment.
  • Basic literacy and numeracy skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Fundamental problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Strong attention to detail, Ability to deliver work with quality and speed
  • Basic technical skills
  • Safety Oriented
  • Frequent lifting or moving of light weight material weighing 5 lbs. to 25 lbs. and occasional lifting or moving of

average weight material weighing 25 lbs. to 60 lbs. required, assisted lift over 50 lbs.

  • Be able to work overtime, flexible hours, and weekends, as needed or required.

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting pay: $17.17 per hour full benefits shift differential.

Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:

  • United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
  • Wellness program provided through Rally
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • PTO offering with Paid Holidays
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
  • Employee discounts program
  • Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.

Location:

Dover, DE

Additional Information

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact EssityHRNorthAmerica@essity.com

Together, we are improving lives, every day

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.

Application End Date:

Job Requisition ID:

Essity261342

Salary : $17

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