Who are we?
Sofidel UK Ltd. is part of the Sofidel Group, headquartered in Lucca (Italy), we are a global leader of tissue paper production. As a group we employ of 9,000 people dedicated to innovation, sustainability and inclusivity. With four production sites across the UK, Sofidel UK Ltd. is one of the largest suppliers of tissue products to your supermarkets.
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What you'll need
1. Previous experience working in a manufactoring environment
2. Happy to work a 4 on 4 off shift pattern
3. FLT License is an advantage but we can provide full training
4. The desire to progress with Sofidel
PURPOSE
Move the Parent Reels from the end of the paper machine to the Warehouse in compliance with the working instructions and the safety guide lines.
What's the role?
Our FLT uppenders play a key role in supporting the safe and efficient handling of large paper reels throughout Sofidel’s papermill. They are responsible for lifting, rotating, and positioning reels with precision, ensuring smooth transitions between production stages and minimizing downtime. By operating specialised equipment and following strict safety procedures, they help maintain consistent workflow, protect product quality, and keep the mill running at peak performance. In this role, you’ll be responsible for safely moving wrapped and labelled parent reels from the paper machine to the warehouse, as well as preparing, transporting, and positioning reels for wrapping when required. You may also be involved in weighing, wrapping, labelling, and applying quality-approved stickers to reels, along with recording key information in the stock management system. Operating forklifts and clamp trucks is a core part of the job, and you’ll complete daily equipment checks and report any faults to ensure a safe and efficient workflow throughout the mill
What you''ll do
5. Move the wrapped and labeled Parent Reels from the end of the paper machine to the Warehouse
6. Prepare, move and place the parent reels from the end of the paper machine to the wrapper if required by the layout of the site
7. Weight, wrap and label the reels if required
8. Record details in the stock management system if required
9. Apply stickers in line with quality procedure
10. Operate Fork lifts and Clamp trucks safely, complete daily checks and report faults
11. Operate any other needed equipment in accordance with training guidelines
12. Maintain the equipment guaranteeing the daily functioning in line with the work instructions
13. Assist with the operation and cleaning of the paper machine when available, including all tasks where trained
14. Comply with all defined standards for quality, environment and Health and Safety
15. To ensure a high level of housekeeping of the working area is maintained throughout the shift
16. To ensure health & safety rules are adhered to
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What you’ll get in return:
17. Starting rate of pay £12.22/hour plus shift allowance
18. Discounted staff shop
19. Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
20. Private Healthcare
21. Life Assurance
22. 21 days holiday, increasing with length of employment
23. The chance to work in an international Group and a concrete opportunity for professional growth
24. A dynamic environment based on teamwork
25. Sofidel Language Learning Programme through innovative digital platform for you and one additional user, such as family member or friend.