Shipping & Receiving Forklift Operator – Safe & Efficient

Hood Container Corporation; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hood Container Corporation is seeking a qualified Forklift Operator to support day-to-day shipping and receiving activities, assist truck drivers, and maintain orderly WIP and stock in the yard.

You will operate and care for the forklift safely, inspect equipment, document paperwork, and help meet daily production schedules. A high school diploma and 2+ years forklift experience in production or distribution are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years’ experience as forklift operator in production or distribution environment.
• Able to read, write, communicate efficiently, and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume, and rate.
• Physical demands include standing, lifting up to 50–100 pounds, and occasional heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and care for forklift; ensure safe operation.
• Maintain organized staging area and undamaged WIP.
• Deliver stock to machines safely and on time.
• Locate and move stock; complete accompanying paperwork accurately.
• Back up Shipping Lead Person as needed; adhere to daily production schedule.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Read tape measure

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift machinery

Job description

Hood Container Corporation is seeking a qualified Forklift Operator to support day-to-day shipping and receiving activities, assist truck drivers, and maintain orderly WIP and stock in the yard.

You will operate and care for the forklift safely, inspect equipment, document paperwork, and help meet daily production schedules. A high school diploma and 2+ years forklift experience in production or distribution are required.