Forklift Operator II

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