2nd Shift Production Forklift Operator

Hood Container Corporation; Louisville (KY); Presencial; USD 26.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Shift differential

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid training and development

Descripción de la vacante

Hood Container Corporation is hiring a Forklift Operator in Louisville, Kentucky. This full-time, on-site role offers a 2nd shift (3:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.) with pay of $19.00–$20.00/hour plus shift differential.

You will verify inventory, keep areas organized, and support production planning to prevent delays. Qualified candidates have at least 2 years in warehousing, a high school diploma or GED, and basic computer skills. Safety-focused and able to work overtime.

Formación

• 2+ years of warehousing and inventory control experience.
• High school diploma or GED completed.
• Basic computer proficiency, math skills, and attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety and willingness to work overtime.

Responsabilidades

• Verify materials in and out to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Keep warehouse and production areas organized and safe.
• Coordinate with Production Planning to ensure materials are available.
• Prepare and stage jobs for the next shift.
• Fulfill material replenishment requests to avoid delays.
• Handle and load scrap materials efficiently.
• Operate and maintain forklift safely.
• Inspect propane cylinders and ensure proper storage.
• Perform routine forklift maintenance checks.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

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Full-time Regular Louisville, KY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3310

Salary Range: $19.00 To $21.00 Annually

Location: Hood Container – Louisville South Pay: $19.00 - $20.00/hour (based on experience), plus shift differential Shift: 2nd Shift (3:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.) Employment Type: Full-time | Hourly | On-site

Join Our Team!

Hood Container is looking for skilled Forklift Operator to join our high-performing team in Louisville, Kentucky. If you’re safety-driven, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, this is your chance to grow with a national leader in sustainable packaging.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure inventory accuracy by verifying materials entering and leaving the warehouse.
• Keep the warehouse and production floor organized, and safe.
• Partner with Production Planning to ensure materials are available for upcoming orders.
• Pull and prepare jobs for the next shift’s production run.
• Quickly fulfill material replenishment requests to avoid production delays.
• Handle and load scrap materials efficiently.
• Operate and maintain a forklift safely to prevent damage to products, equipment, and personnel.
• Inspect propane cylinders to ensure they are stored properly and filled as required.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on forklifts.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience: At least 2years of warehousing and inventory control experience.
• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Skills: Basic computer proficiency, strong math skills, and attention to detail.
• Safety Focus: Committed to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Why You’ll Love Working at Hood Container:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: We offer competitive hourly pay, shift differentials, and a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.
• Career Growth: We invest in paid training and development to help you advance your career.
• Supportive & Empowering Culture: Join a team that values your contributions and helps you unbox your potential!
• Sustainable & Growing Industry: Build a future in the corrugated packaging industry with a company that’s expanding nationwide.

Who We Are:

Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned Mill to Market company specializing in containerboard, kraft paper, corrugated boxes, high-graphic displays, and contract packaging. Over the last decade, we've grown into one of the top ten Paper & Packaging Companies in the U.S. Our commitment to customer satisfaction, employee well-being, sustainability, and operational excellence drives our success.

We believe in building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills—because the more inclusive we are, the better we work together.

Monday to Friday 3:30pm - 2am, OT on Saturday