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Material Handler
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. Join our team today!
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 12-hour rotating shift schedule. This role starts at $23.14 an hour with an opportunity to move to $26.00 an hour after 9 months once training is completed.
Essential Job Functions:
- 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.
Job Requirements:
- 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.
Physical Demands:
Lift/Carry Requirements:
Stand
C (Constantly)
10 lbs. or less
C (Constantly)
Walk
C (Constantly)
11-20 lbs.
F (Frequently)
Sit
O (Occasionally)
21-50 lbs.
F (Frequently))
Handling /Fingering
C (Constantly)
51- 100 lbs.
O (Occasionally)
Reach Outward
C (Constantly))
Over 100 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)
Reach Above Shoulder
F (Frequently)
Push / Pull:
Climb
O (Occasionally)
12 lbs. or less
F (Frequently)
Crawl
O (Occasionally)
13-25 lbs.
F (Frequently)
Squat or Kneel
O (Occasionally)
26-40 lbs.
F (Frequently)
Bend
O (Occasionally)
41-100 lbs.
F (Frequently)
Key
N (Not Applicable)
Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently)
Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly)
Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements
- Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)
- Sense of Sound (within normal range) and touch
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.
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. 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. 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.
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