Forklift Operator I

CJ Schwan's

Fullerton (CA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 36,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off
Holiday pay
Health plans
Dental plans
Vision plans
401k match
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Weekly pay
Caregiving support

Job summary

CJ Schwan's in Fullerton, CA is seeking a Warehouse Associate to safely operate forklifts, receive, store, and transport palletized products in accordance with OSHA standards. You will pick and stage pallets, maintain product flow, and assist with periodic counts to support inventory control.

This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and advancement opportunities. Requires a high school diploma or GED, 0–1 year warehousing experience, and the ability to work in cold

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 0–1 year related warehousing experience preferred.
  • Ability to operate forklifts and lift equipment safely.
  • Proficient with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and SAP basics.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate forklifts and lift equipment to receive, store, and transport palletized products per OSHA and safety standards.
  • Efficiently pick and stage pallets from storage to Forward Pick areas to support timely trailer loading.
  • Maintain smooth product flow and complete material movements within established timeframes.
  • Perform regular equipment checks and report safety issues promptly to minimize downtime.
  • Support inventory control with periodic counts and organized storage following Good Warehouse Practices.

Skills

Forklift operation
Inventory control
Data entry
Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS
SAP

Job description

  • Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
  • 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
  • 3 Health 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

Starting Pay: $23.00 per hour

Shift: 1st Shift

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 career.search@schwans.com.

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