Forklift Operator/ 3rd Shift 11:00pm-7:00am

Hood Container Corporation•Sumter, SC

About The Position

The Forklift Operator works the third shift, 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, with weekends as needed. The role involves safely operating and caring for a forklift to move units from the main conveyor line to designated trailers or storage locations, and to deliver units onto trailers on schedule. The operator maintains organized, safe stacks and accurate inventory locations using paperwork and computer records, and uses an RF scanner to capture product information for data logs. The operator completes pre-shift and new-forklift inspections, reports maintenance needs, and accurately completes production, machine status, safety, quality, and other required paperwork. The position requires adherence to the daily production schedule, company policies and procedures, safety practices, and good housekeeping. Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of work experience as a forklift operator.
  • At least 2 years of RF scanner experience.
  • Ability to work in a high-paced environment.
  • Current Lift Truck/Operator License; testing is required.
  • Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate and care for a forklift.
  • Complete and document a forklift inspection before the start of a shift and when operating a different forklift; submit maintenance work orders for needed repairs.
  • Pull units from the main conveyor line and place them in designated trailers or locations.
  • Deliver the appropriate units onto trailers on time.
  • Maintain neat, orderly, and safe stacks of stock in storage areas.
  • Complete necessary paperwork and reports accurately and on time, including production, machine operational status, safety, and quality data.
  • Maintain accurate storage-location records using paperwork and computer systems.
  • Maximize equipment utilization by operating machinery at available capacity and speed.
  • Adhere to the daily production schedule.
  • Use an RF scanner to enter product information into data logs.
  • Comply with company policies and procedures, including safety requirements and good housekeeping.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
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