Forklift Operator

Hood Container Corporation; Alabama; On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hood Container Corporation is looking for skilled Forklift Operators at their Grand Rapids Plant. The role involves ensuring inventory accuracy, operating forklifts safely, and maintaining warehouse organization. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and at least three years of warehousing experience. Join a supportive culture with competitive pay and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Career Growth

Supportive & Empowering Culture

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of warehousing and inventory control experience.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure inventory accuracy by verifying materials entering and leaving the warehouse.
• Operate and maintain a forklift safely to prevent damage to products.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on forklifts.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Basic Computer Proficiency

Strong Math Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Join Hood Container Corporation and Experience the Difference!

We're growing and looking for skilled Forklift Operators to join our team at our Grand Rapids Plant. If you're safety-focused, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced warehouse environment, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Ensure inventory accuracy by verifying materials entering and leaving the warehouse.
• Keep the warehouse and dock area clean, organized, and safe.
• Work closely with Shipping & Receiving on incoming and outgoing materials.
• 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 3 years 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. Learn more at www.hoodcontainer.com/benefits .
• 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.

Ready to Join Us?

Apply today and become part of a company where your work makes a real impact!

Learn more about us at www.hoodcontainer.com or connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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