Forklift Operator I - 2nd Shift

Schwan's; Sidney (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Schwan's is seeking a full-time manufacturing employee in Sidney, Ohio, offering a starting pay of $18.25 per hour with opportunities for advancement. The role requires a high school diploma and involves operating equipment, following safety protocols, and effective communication with the team. Competitive benefits include health plans and paid time off.

Benefits

Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans

Up to 2 weeks paid time off during the first year

401k with Company Match

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with 0-1 year of related experience.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work under pressure.
• Compliance with all safety policies and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as clean-up brooms, plastic compactors, and forklifts.
• Input product/move data into terminals daily.
• Work in cold/freezing temperatures of 30 degrees.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math skills

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

SAP

Forklift

Job description

Starting Pay: $18.25 per hour
Additional $1.50 shift differential from 2:30 pm -- 4:30 am
Shift: 2nd
Hours: 2:30PM - 11:00AM

This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement!

Who we are!
Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. Our beloved brands include Red Baron, Tony's, Big Daddy's, Villa Prima, Freschetta pizzas; bibigo, Pagoda Asian-style snacks; and Mrs. Smith's and Edwards pies. We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table!

What we want to do for you:

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, health, and well-being, including:

• Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Up to 2 weeks paid time off during the first year
• 401k with Company Match

What we need from you:

We prioritize safe, clean, and healthy workspaces and seek individuals who take that seriously. Requirements include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, must be 18 years of age, with 0-1 year of related experience
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, memos, and short correspondence
• Ability to interpret scheduled moves, printouts, and store tickets for accurate product movement
• Effective communication skills for one-on-one and small group interactions with co-workers, including Supervisors/Managers
• Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure
• Ability to operate equipment such as clean-up brooms, plastic compactors, forklifts, and carts
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification and cart driver training
• Ability to input product/move data into terminals daily
• Ability to work in cold/freezing temperatures of 30 degrees
• Understanding of Warehouse Management System (WMS) and eventual utilization of SAP
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Computer literacy is highly beneficial
• Good communication skills and professional interaction with co-workers
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Compliance with all safety policies and OSHA regulations, including use of PPE such as bump caps, safety glasses, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves, and safety shoes or boots

Schwan's Company and its subsidiaries are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or other protected classes.