Forklift Operator
We are seeking an experienced Logistic Forklift Operator for our Owensboro Plant. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our products are loaded onto trailers with minimal defects and damage. As a Logistics Forklift Operator, you will play a crucial role in one of the most important departments within our manufacturing system.
How You Will Contribute
• Operation and care of forklifts in a safe manner. Must be qualified to operate the forklift properly.
• Complete and document a forklift inspection form before the start of the shift and when operating any forklift and turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
• Locate stock to be loaded.
• Load trailers as needed for timely deliveries.
• Remove finished goods from the main line as needed.
• Maintain neat, orderly, and safe stacks of stock in storage areas.
• Complete necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain accurate location of stock in storage area by paperwork and computer.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery in an efficient and safe manner.
• Adheres to the daily shipping schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, delivery, and service goals.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, and Quality Data.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• Prior work experience as a forklift operator.
• Prior work experience in manufacturing logistics
Technical Skills
• The individual must have a working knowledge of the following:
• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications
• Quality standards
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION S
Required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator certification that is done through Hood Container Corporation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Our Commitment
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce representative of the citizens and customers we serve. We are committed to building a team with various backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
• 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 drives our business. Over the last eight years, Hood Container Corporation has grown to become one of the top ten Paper and Packaging Companies in the United States. Our integrated company resources allow for a unique dynamic that evolves with every addition to our geographic footprint. We excel at offering the benefits of a large corporation while operating as a boutique business and building close relationships with our customers.
• Our Mission : Through our unwavering commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we passionately deliver indispensable value to our customers, employees, suppliers, communities, and stakeholders.
• Our Vision : A unified culture that creates innovative customer solutions.
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
Management and Manufacturing
Full-time