--- title: 'Utility Operator II at HP Hood' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/utility-operator-ii-hp-hood-concord-n1q0k8ja0r8m' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # Utility Operator II at HP Hood - **Company:** HP Hood - **Location:** Concord, NH - **Compensation:** $30–$33/hr - **Posted:** 2026-09-01 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hoodhp/jobs/5411407008 ## Job description 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. Job Summary: The Utility Operator II supports warehouse operations by accurately picking, staging, rotating, loading, unloading, and transporting inventory and trailers in accordance with HP Hood, SQF, DOT, OSHA, and safety standards. The role requires operating in a fast-paced warehouse environment, using voice/wireless headset systems, following FIFO procedures, performing vehicle and trailer safety checks, maintaining product quality, removing damaged goods, keeping work areas and trucks clean and safe, and assisting with yard vehicle movement and other assigned duties. Schedule: 5:30pm to 2am; Saturday and one rotating day off. - Must be able to work any 5 days per week on a Sunday through Saturday schedule including holidays and additional days as needed for coverage . - Must be available to cover call ins, overtime, and short notice requests to support critical situations. This role also provides coverage for full-time employees during vacations and assists during period of new hire onboarding and training. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Accurately identify, select/pick, and send corrugated and non-corrugated inventory using wireless headset system. - Manually remove product from conveyor system, stage, and rotate product following FIFO (first in, first out) methods in an efficient manner to maintain production flow requirements. - Push/Pull stacks of milk cases with repetition. - Load trucks according to HP Hood standards while reviewing load instructions to verify that the correct product(s) are loaded into assigned trailers. - Maintain a pace of work that is safe and efficient while meeting team expectations. - Maintain a clean & safe work environment, including interior of truck. - Responsible for unloading trucks and trailers using a hook or pallet jack and washing trailers/trucks after unloading empty cases. - Receives finished products and production materials following SQF guidelines. - Continuously check for and remove damaged goods to ensure that only quality products are being shipped to customers and ensure proper disposal of damaged goods. - Complete walk-around safety checks of all vehicles to include wheels, doors, checking reefer units (on/off), load bars and more. - Complete each route by loading bi-products into the trailer and placing a seal to secure/finalize the order. - Maintain a clean & safe work environment. - Performs all other job-related duties as assigned. - Able to assign work using Voice Picking System. - Local vehicle operations involving position and moving trucks and trailers on and between warehousing facilities. - Maintain all required certifications required by DOT and OSHA and company safety programs - Operates vehicle at all times in a safe and efficient manner, abiding by all Federal, State and Local laws. - Transports trailers in the yard Education and Experience: - Must have High School Diploma or GED Equivalent. Skills and Competencies: - Excellent hand/foot-eye coordination and manual dexterity. - Good basic math and reading skills. - Good oral communication and human relations skills. Other Information/Physical Requirements (if needed) Constant (100% of time): - Walk - Stand for long periods (up to 8 hours) - Refrigerated and non-refrigerated areas with temperature variations from 34-85 degrees Fahrenheit Frequently (up to 66% of time): - Push& Pull up to approximately 200lbs of drag weight with hook without assistance - Lift heavy loads up to 50lbs - Bending, Twisting, & Stretching - Exposure to all weather conditions Occasionally (up to 33% of time): - Push & Pull wheeled weight up to approximately 1000lbs - Lift heavy loads (up to 100 lbs.) - Sitting: only when assigned to operate vehicles, forklifts, or similar equipment - Squat/Kneel/Climb - Ability to work with arms outstretched to the front - Pushing/pulling under 75 lbs. without assistance frequently SQF Requirements/Responsibilities - Maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner. - Comply with SQF forms by conducting routine temperature checks and ensure that all trailers containing product/material are sealed. - Through the monitoring of incoming goods. - Maintaining the food legislation requirements. - Serves as a backup for other shippers/receivers and their duties. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location. The pay range for this position is $29.59—$33.24 USD Ready to join us? Apply directly on our [Company Careers Page](https://hood.com/careers) HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled "VERVRAA Federal Contractor" [Privacy Policy](https://hood.com/privacy-policy) [CCPA](https://hood.com/-/media/Project/HoodCom/PDFs/HP-HOOD-LLC-CA-CCPA-EMPLOYEE-PRIVACY-NOTICE-DECEMBER-2025.pdf) For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time. ## About HP Hood ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: HP Hood is one of the largest dairy processors in the United States, producing and distributing a wide range of dairy products including milk, ice cream, cottage cheese, sour cream, and cream under its own and licensed brands. - **Entity Type**: Private (family-owned by the Kaneb Family) - **Headquarters**: Lynnfield, Massachusetts, United States - **Founded**: 1846 - **Founders**: Harvey Perley Hood ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Food and Beverage Manufacturing (Dairy) - **Target customers**: B2B (grocery retailers, food service distributors) and B2C (consumers) - **Mission or purpose statement**: The company emphasizes a commitment to quality, community, and innovation. Their founder's pledge is that "good enough never was," and they focus on providing fresh, premium-quality dairy products while supporting the communities where they operate. ## Products & Services - **Hood® Brand**: A full line of fluid milk, ice cream, cottage cheese, sour cream, cream, and other dairy products; the number-one dairy brand in New England. - **Heluva Good!®**: A brand of dips, cheeses, and sour cream with a national presence. - **LACTAID® Brand dairy products**: Licensed lactose-free milk, ice cream, and cottage cheese. - **Blue Diamond Almond Breeze®**: Licensed almond milk and dairy-alternative products. - **Other licensed and regional brands**: The company also produces and distributes other licensed products. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company). HP Hood was listed at #169 on the Forbes "America's Largest Private Companies" list for 2025. - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of approximately $2.1 billion (per LinkedIn estimate) to over $3 billion (per Forbes and company statements). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: The Kaneb Family (owners). Key partners include license holders like Lactaid and Blue Diamond, and major retail and food service customers across the U.S. - **Growth Signals**: The company has 12 manufacturing plants across the United States and is a top dairy brand in New England. Recent funding of $350,000 (grant) from the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center in 2024. ## Competitive Advantages - **Heritage and Brand Trust**: Over 175 years of history and a deeply trusted brand name, especially in New England. - **Scale and Distribution**: One of the largest dairy processors in the country with a national footprint and 17 office/manufacturing locations. - **Licensing Portfolio**: Exclusive rights to produce and distribute major national brands like LACTAID® and Blue Diamond Almond Breeze®, providing a diversified revenue stream. - **Vertical Integration**: Owns a research and development operation, allowing for product innovation and quality control. - **Private Ownership**: Family-owned structure allows for long-term strategic planning without quarterly earnings pressure. ## Strategic Focus - **Innovation**: Continuously developing new products and packaging, such as the LightBlock Bottle® and bold cottage cheese flavors. - **Sustainability**: Committed to environmental responsibility and sustainable practices across operations. - **Community Engagement**: Partnering with organizations that support children and families to promote healthy, active lifestyles. - **Operational Excellence**: Focus on quality, safety, and efficiency across its 12 manufacturing plants. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Emphasizes core values of Quality, Integrity, Community, Innovation, Results, and Collaboration. The company describes a "family-oriented" and team-focused environment. - **Remote/Hybrid/Office Policy**: Mixed model. Many manufacturing, distribution, and corporate roles are on-site. Some corporate and sales roles (e.g., Director of Human Resources, Technical Sanitation Specialist) are listed as remote. The company has two main office locations (Lynnfield, MA, and Portland, ME) and numerous plant locations. - **Notable Perks and Development**: Offers a range of training and development programs to support employee growth. The company highlights its Total Rewards package (benefits, compensation). - **Workforce**: Approximately 3,400 employees (per Forbes/company statements) or 908 on LinkedIn (likely a smaller subset of active profiles). The company has seen steady headcount growth (+3.8% YoY) and has 77 active job postings. - **Engineering/Technical Roles**: Positions available in food safety, quality, process engineering, SAP integration, and project management. The company has its own R&D operation. ## Sources 1. [hood.com (Careers Page)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hoodhp) 2. [hood.com (Our Story)](https://hood.com/our-story) 3. [LinkedIn (HP Hood Company Page)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/hp-hood) 4. 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