Forklift Operator – Plywood Loading & Safety Focus

Hood Plywood; Beaumont (MS); On-site; USD 26,752 - 28,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Cancer insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Long-term disability (LTD)

Job summary

Hood Industries, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator for Beaumont, MS to load and unload plywood across manufacturing areas and support accurate handling in shipping operations.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, basic forklift certification, and ability to work in non-temperature-controlled conditions, with a focus on safety and teamwork. Training and benefits are provided as part of full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior forklift experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
• Ability to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling.
• Must be able to successfully complete forklift training and obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload plywood as part of a team.
• Evaluate systems and processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines, and help maintain a safe, orderly work environment.
• Pick, pack, check and load plywood accurately throughout the manufacturing and/or shipping area.
• Report safety hazards, quality concerns, and production issues to a supervisor as soon as they occur.
• Inspect forklifts to determine the need for repairs and ensure safety by performing regular maintenance or reporting problems via work order to maintenance.

Skills

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Job description

Hood Industries, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator for Beaumont, MS to load and unload plywood across manufacturing areas and support accurate handling in shipping operations.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, basic forklift certification, and ability to work in non-temperature-controlled conditions, with a focus on safety and teamwork. Training and benefits are provided as part of full-time employment.