Clamp Truck Operator - Heavy Duty

Hood Container Corporation; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Team environment

Stability & impact

Job summary

Hood Container Corporation in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Clamp Truck Operator to handle large paper rolls in our corrugator operations. You will load, transport, and position rolls, while ensuring safety and quality standards are met across the plant.

We value precise handling, documentation accuracy, and teamwork. The role includes daily lift tasks and cross-training support, with competitive hourly pay and opportunities for career growth in a stable packaging company.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of corrugator wet end experience.
• Experience operating industrial power trucks or heavy equipment.
• Ability to read production specifications.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills (Outlook, touchscreens, printers).
• Strong attention to detail and safety.

Responsibilities

• Deliver paper rolls to the corrugator and document shipments.
• Read corrugator lineups to support production needs.
• Ensure correct size and grade rolls are supplied to the wet end.
• Assist operators and support cross-training.
• Safely operate clamp truck for loading/unloading and transport.
• Maintain roll room organization and records.
• Follow GMP safety and company policies.

Skills

Corrugator wet end experience

Industrial power truck operation

Read production specifications

Basic to intermediate computer skills

Attention to detail & safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Touchscreen devices

Printers

Job description

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Full-time Regular Winston-Salem, NC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3279

Ready to Power Production and Keep Our Operation Moving?

Join Hood Container as a Clamp Truck Operator!

This is not a standard forklift position. This position operates a heavy-duty paper roll clamp truck and requires precise handling, stacking, transporting, and placement of large paper rolls used in corrugator operations. Candidates with only standard sit-down forklift experience may not meet the experience requirements for this position.

At Hood Container, every role plays a critical part in delivering quality packaging solutions. As a Clamp Truck Operator, you’ll be at the heart of our corrugator operations—ensuring the safe handling of roll stock, supporting production flow, and maintaining an organized and efficient roll room. Your work directly impacts safety, quality, and productivity across the plant.

How You Will Contribute:

• Deliver paper rolls to the corrugator, prioritizing butt rolls and ensuring proper documentation
• Read and interpret corrugator lineups to support production needs
• Ensure correct size and paper grade rolls are supplied to the wet end of corrugator
• Assist Corrugator Operators and support cross-training efforts as needed

Clamp Truck Operation & Safety

• Safely operate the clamp truck to load, unload, and transport roll stock
• Complete daily lift inspections and report maintenance needs promptly
• Unload rolls from trailers and railcars, inspecting for and documenting any damage
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies, including GMP standards

Inventory & Organization

• Maintain accurate roll stock records and submit tallies to leadership
• Mark and return butt rolls with proper specifications (size, diameter, footage, grade)
• Keep the roll room clean, organized, and audit-ready

Operational Excellence

• Maximize equipment utilization and operate at optimal efficiency
• Follow daily production schedules to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals
• Roll Damage prevention
• Corrugator staging
• Support continuous improvement efforts and maintain strong housekeeping standards

What It Takes:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 6+ months of experience in a corrugator wet end environment preferred
• Previous experience operating industrial power trucks or heavy equipment
• Ability to read production specifications (size, grade, layout)
• Basic to intermediate computer skills (Outlook, touchscreens, printers)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the shift
• Frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally
• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts and a fast-paced production environment
• Conditions may include heat, humidity, cold, noise, dust, and vibration

Why You’ll Love Working at Hood Container:

Competitive Pay: Starting at $23.50/hour
Growth Opportunities: Learn, develop, and grow within our operations team
Team Environment: Work alongside experienced leaders and supportive teammates
Stability & Impact: Be part of a company where your role directly supports production success