--- title: 'Warehouse Worker - Nights at HP Hood' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/warehouse-worker-nights-hp-hood-batavia-37a00k5vv7gt' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # Warehouse Worker - Nights at HP Hood - **Company:** HP Hood - **Location:** Batavia, NY - **Compensation:** $27–$28/hr - **Posted:** 2026-08-20 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hoodhp/jobs/5389338008 ## 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 Warehouse Worker is responsible for safely and efficiently handling quality products in a manner consistent with HP Hood LLC Standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Loads and unloads trailers in a safe efficient manner. - Operate a forklift and battery charger in a safe manner. - Utilize inventory management system efficiently and accurately. - Manifest loads correctly. - Operate all equipment in accordance with policies and procedures. - Work in safe manner, in compliance with Federal, State and company GMP’s, SOP’s and adhering to administrative policies. - Submit work orders and maintain equipment. - Complete paperwork as per government regulations and HP Hood requirements. - Safely operate all assigned equipment following all policies and procedures. - Maintain communication with other plant team members. - Compliance with all OSHA regulations as well as 100% plant safety policies - Responsible for general plant cleanliness with the expectation of being inspection ready 24/7. - All other assignments given by Supervision. Education and Experience: - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Basic math and computer skills; Experience with barcode scanners. - Experience working with powered industrial trucks. - Warehouse experience preferred. Physical Requirements: - Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations. - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently. - Ability to lift greater than 50 pounds occasionally. - Ability to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions. Skills and Competencies: - Team oriented; Ability to collaborate and operate in a team environment; Ability to work independently. - Ability to multi-task in a fast paced work environment. - Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. - Ability to work independently and in a team based environment. HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled "VERVRAA Federal Contractor" The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location. The pay range for this position is $27.01—$27.73 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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