Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other – One Team One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

For candidates based in CT, this position pays $20.10/hourly 

Job Responsibilities:

• Meet all responsibilities as spelled out in Fork Lift Driver Job Description

• Operate Robot Equipment

• Operate All PIT Equipment
• Walkie, Walkie/Rider, Sit-Down, Hi-Lo Reach
• Perform basic battery maintenance (check fluid level)
• Change battery when needed
• Manually Palletize Product
• Ensure product is in saleable condition
• Ensure pallets are in acceptable condition for use
• Utilize proper lifting technique (Bend at knees and carry load close to body)
• Operate Stretch Wrapping Equipment
• Maintain stretch operation with stretch wrap and pallets
• Ensure product is on acceptable pallets and stretched properly
• Pull away, label and stage product palletized from robot or manual stations
• Load/Unload Trailers
• Check wheels and put jack stand under trailer before loading
• Engage dock lock and ensure dock light is in working condition
• Verify product being loaded/unloaded
• Unload incoming product and complete/verify paperwork and create pallet tags if applicable
• Put Away & Retrieve Product
• Ensure product is stacked properly and on an acceptable pallet
• Ensure pallet has appropriate pallet ticket
• Record bin that product is entering or departing
• Generate Pallet Tickets
• Create license plates for each pallet entering warehouse inventory system

• General Responsibilities
• Assist in all warehouse activities as needed (palletize, stretch wrap, forklift operation)
• Work effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude;
• Report all damage to a supervisor or manager immediately;
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, as well as clean and safe work practices at all times;
• Follow all Company, State, and Federal requirements, ensuring compliance with all GMP’s, SOP’s, and any other regulation;
• Be cooperative and take initiative to ensure smooth operations;
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety Responsibilities:

• Work in a safe and responsible manner at all times, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules;
• Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or manager;
• Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor or manager;
• Meet all company requirements for training, including but not limited to Log Out/Tag Out Awareness, PPE, PIT, Ergonomics, etc.

SQF Requirements/Responsibilities:

• Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

Education and Experience:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• PIT Operator Certified
• Basic Math and Computer skills
• Ability to work independently or within an group atmosphere
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Experience with computer systems (word, excel)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing: 6-8 hours
• Sitting: Occasionally for short periods
• Walking: Frequently 3–4 Hours
• Bending: Frequently
• Twisting of Wrist: Frequently
• Twisting of Spine: Frequently
• Lifting: Light (<30 lbs frequently) (>30 lbs occasionally)
• Carrying: Light: (30-50 lbs) Occasionally
• Pushing / Pulling: Under 75 lbs occasionally
• Freezer Work: Temperature range 40° F to -20° F