FLT Operator

Job Category: Manufacturing & Engineering

Location:

Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 3QY

Date: 2 Oct 2026

The Sofidel Group

Sofidel, headquartered in Porcari (Lucca), is a global leader in tissue paper production. With operations in 12 European countries and 12 U.S. States, we employ over 9,500 people dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Our products—such as toilet paper, paper towels, and napkins—are distributed in more than 50 countries.
We own well-known brands including Regina, Nicky, Sopalin, Le Trèfle, Hakle, Softis, Nalys, Cosynel, and KittenSoft, and also produce for private-label retailers. Through the Papernet brand, we serve the Away-from-Home sector, providing quality solutions for businesses and public spaces.
Wherever you are, Sofidel is there, bringing comfort, quality, and sustainability to everyday life!

THE ROLE

As an FLT Driver based in our Papermill, you will play an integral part in our production process. This role fits at the very beginning of our paper-making journey, and as such, the successful candidate will be responsible for loading the pulpers according to the daily loading sheet in compliance with the working instructions and the safety guide lines, product’s safety and ISO 9001 standards.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Pick bales of pulp / converting broke, de-wire (pulp unit and single bale) and load onto conveyor in line with specified loading schedule, entering details into stock management system
Be familiar with the functioning and automation of referent plant equipment
Operate the de-wiring conveyor, pulper feed conveyors and steel wire baler
Identify potential contaminants in bales and isolate
Complete routine checks on equipment and installation in the working area and report any faults identified
Operate equipment in accordance with training guidelines
Maintain the equipment guaranteeing the daily functioning in line with the work instructions
Assist with the operation and cleaning of the paper machine if required, including all tasks where trained
Comply with all defined standards for quality, environment and Health and Safety
To ensure a high level of housekeeping of the working area is maintained throughout the shift
To ensure health & safety rules are adhered to

REQUIREMENTS

Team player
Experience driving a fork-lift truck is desirable
Good communication
Experience working in a busy manufacturing environment

WORKING HOURS

5 Shift Pattern - 2 days and 2 nights

April to September - 4 on 4 off
September to April - 4 on 6 off

07:00-19:00, 19:00-07:00

PACKAGE / BENEFITS

£16.28 per hour
Discounted staff shop
Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
Attendance bonus
Role Progresssion

WHAT WE OFFER

A full-time employment
The chance to work in an international Group and a concrete opportunity for professional growth
A dynamic environment based on teamwork
Sofidel Language Learning Programme through innovative digital platform

OUR APPROACH TO COMPENSATION

We are committed to offering a fair and transparent compensation approach.

This role sits within a salary range of €X–€Y, defined based on internal equity and external market benchmarks. The final offer will be tailored, reflecting the selected candidate’s experience, skills, and overall contribution to the role.