Forklift Operator

Hood Container Corporation; Lincolnton (NC); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus program

Benefits package

Descripción de la vacante

Hood Container Corporation in Lincolnton, NC, is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to support 1st shift with sit-down forklift expertise. You will move corrugated materials safely and efficiently, assist production lines, and help maintain accurate inventory in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork. Overtime and weekends are available as needed, with a base pay tied to experience and a comprehensive benefits package.

Formación

• Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments, preferably within the corrugated industry.
• Proficient forklift operation with a strong emphasis on safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering effective teamwork.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Overtime availability as needed (up to 12 hours and/or weekends)

Responsabilidades

• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and conduct thorough pre-shift forklift inspections, documenting findings and reporting maintenance needs.
• Precision Material Movement: Operate forklifts with a focus on safety and efficiency to transport materials within the production and warehouse areas.
• Production Line Optimization: Proactively manage material flow to production lines, ensuring timely and accurate staging to maintain uninterrupted operations.
• Inventory Management: Accurately scan and transfer finished goods to designated warehouse locations, maintaining precise inventory records.
• Warehouse Organization: Strategically stack and organize materials to maximize warehouse space and prevent damage.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with other material handlers and warehouse personnel to achieve operational objectives.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the integrity of materials and finished goods during handling and transport.

Conocimientos

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Fast-paced work

Attention to detail

Descripción del empleo

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1880 Riverview Road Lincolnton, Lincolnton, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3342

Join our dynamic team and play a critical role in optimizing our production flow! We are seeking highly motivated and skilled Forklift Operator to work on 1st shift with expertise on a sit-down forklift to work in a fast-paced production environment. In this role, you will be responsible for the efficient and safe movement of corrugated paper materials throughout our facility, ensuring seamless production and adherence to stringent quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and conduct thorough pre-shift forklift inspections, documenting findings and reporting maintenance needs.
• Precision Material Movement: Operate forklifts with a focus on safety and efficiency to transport materials within the production and warehouse areas.
• Production Line Optimization: Proactively manage material flow to production lines, ensuring timely and accurate staging to maintain uninterrupted operations.
• Inventory Management: Accurately scan and transfer finished goods to designated warehouse locations, maintaining precise inventory records.
• Warehouse Organization: Strategically stack and organize materials to maximize warehouse space and prevent damage.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with other material handlers and warehouse personnel to achieve operational objectives.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the integrity of materials and finished goods during handling and transport.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment, preferably within the corrugated industry.
• Proven proficiency in forklift operation with a strong emphasis on safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering effective teamwork.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Availability to work overtime as needed (up to 12 hours and/or weekends)

Here's why you'll love working at Hood Container:

• Competitive pay & benefits: We offer a base salary based on experience, a quarterly bonus program, and a comprehensive benefits package to keep you healthy and happy.
• Continuous learning: We invest in training and development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Caring & Empowering Company Culture: Supportive & collaborative team dedicated to seeing you unbox your potential to help make a difference & make customers happy.

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens and customers we serve. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned, Mill to Market company, specializing in containerboard and kraft paper, corrugated boxes, high graphic displays, and contract packaging. Our commitment to customer happiness, employee well-being, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence drive our business. Over the last decade, Hood Container Corporation has grown to become one of the top ten Paper and Packaging Companies in the United States. To learn more about Hood Container Corporation visit www.hoodcontainer.com or check us out on social media!