FORKLIFT OPERATOR - Corrugated Industry

Hood Container Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hood Container Corporation in Chicago, IL is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. If you're safety-driven, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment, this role offers growth with a national leader in sustainable packaging.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory accuracy, coordinating with Shipping & Receiving and Production Planning, and safely operating forklifts.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of warehousing and inventory control experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer proficiency, strong math skills, and attention to detail.
• Committed to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Verify materials entering and leaving the warehouse to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Keep the warehouse and dock area clean, organized, and safe.
• Coordinate with Shipping & Receiving on incoming and outgoing materials.
• Partner with Production Planning to ensure material availability for orders.
• Pull and prepare jobs for the next shift’s production run.
• Fulfill material replenishment requests quickly to avoid delays.
• Handle and load scrap materials efficiently.
• Operate and maintain a forklift safely.
• Inspect propane cylinders and ensure proper storage and filling.
• Perform routine forklift maintenance checks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Warehousing experience

Inventory control

Math skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

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FORKLIFT OPERATOR - Corrugated Industry

Full-time Regular Chicago, IL, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 3142

Salary Range: $19.45 To $21.00 Hourly

Join Our Team!

Hood Container is looking for skilled Forklift Operator to join our high-performing team in Chicago. 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 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: Pay:$19.45 - $21.00 (based on experience), 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.