Warehouse Worker 2nd Shift - Temporary
Hoodhp · Suffield, CT · Posted Jul 7, 2026
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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!
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, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.
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.
Shift/Hours: 2PM - 10:30PM Monday to Friday with overtime on Saturdays. This is a temporary position.
Job Summary:
Perform activities associated with Warehouse Operations including coverage for palletizer/robot operators. Ability to operate multiple levels of PIT including walkie-rider; reach trucks; sit-down trucks; ability to palletize product (both manually and automatically with robot); operate stretch wrapping equipment; assist with loading trailers, put aways and retrieval of ingredients/packaging/finished goods; generate license plates for pallets; and relief of palletizers, including robot operator.20
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
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.
The pay range for this position is
$20 $20 USD
HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled
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