Forklift Operator- 2nd shift Shipping/Receiving-Mon-Friday at Hood Container

Louisville, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jul, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

03 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forklift operation, Inventory control, Shipping and receiving, Warehouse safety, Material handling, Computer proficiency, Math skills, Attention to detail, Equipment maintenance, Production planning

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description

Forklift Operator Location: Hood Container – Louisville South Pay: $19.00 - $20.00hour (based on experience), plus shift differential Shift: 2nd Shift (3:30 p.m. – 2:00a.m.) Employment Type: Full-time | Hourly | On-site JOIN OUR TEAM! Hood Container is looking for skilled Forklift Operator to join our high-performing team in Louisville, Kentucky. 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 2 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: We offer competitive hourly pay, shift differentials, and a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being. Learn more at www.hoodcontainer.com/benefits [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. READY TO JOIN US? Apply today and become part of a company where your work makes a real impact! Learn more about us at www.hoodcontainer.com [www.hoodcontainer.com] or connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Monday - Friday 3:30pm to 2:00am

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Responsibilities

The forklift operator is responsible for verifying inventory, managing incoming and outgoing materials, and ensuring warehouse safety. They will also perform routine equipment maintenance and support production by fulfilling material replenishment requests.