Forklift Operator 1st Shift

CJ Schwan's; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

2 weeks PTO first year

7 holidays + 2 personal days

Health plans

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is hiring for a full-time role in a food manufacturing setting in the United States. You will operate forklifts, pick and stage pallets, and help maintain inventory flow in a cold environment.

Strong data-entry skills and familiarity with warehouse systems are required. Starting pay is $18.25 per hour with a $1.50 shift differential, 1st shift hours 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, and benefits including health plans, 401k match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–1 year related experience preferred.
• Forklift operation and data entry required.
• WMS familiarity and SAP knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and lift equipment per OSHA and safety standards.
• Pick and stage pallets to Forward Pick areas for timely trailer loading.
• Maintain smooth product flow and accurate material movements.
• Perform regular equipment checks and report malfunctions promptly.
• Support inventory counts and organized storage per GWP guidelines.

Skills

Forklift operation

Data entry

Warehouse experience

Cold environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS software

SAP

Job description

Starting Pay: $18.25 per hour
Additional $1.50 shift differential from 2:30 p.m. -- 4:00 a.m.
Shift: 1st
Hours: 6:00AM - 2:30PM

What We Offer

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
• Comprehensive Benefit Package, including:
  • 3 Health Plans
  • 2 Dental Plans
  • 2 Vision Plans
  • Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
  • Numerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

If you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; bibigo® and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full-time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement!

What You Will Do

• Safely operate forklifts and lift equipment to receive, store, and transport palletized products in compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Efficiently pick and stage pallets from storage racks to designated Forward Pick (FWP) areas to support timely trailer loading and distribution.
• Maintain smooth product flow by ensuring all material movements are completed accurately and within established timeframes.
• Perform regular equipment checks, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety issues to supervisors to minimize downtime.
• Support inventory control by assisting with periodic counts and maintaining organized storage areas following Good Warehouse Practices (GWP).

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of 0 to 1 year of related experience.
• Ability to operate clean-up brooms, plastic compactors, forklifts, and carts.
• Ability to gain and maintain required forklift certification, license and/or satisfactory completion of cart driver training.
• Ability to key product/move data into terminals daily and work in cold/freezing temperatures of 30 degrees.
• Ability to understand/use WMS (Warehouse Management System) and eventually understand/utilize SAP (Systems Applications Products in Data Processing).

CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. CJ Schwan's Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].