Forklift Operator - Weekly Pay, PTO & 401k Match

CJ Schwan’s; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

Up to 2 weeks PTO first year

7 paid holidays and 2 personal days

Health Plans (3)

Vision Plans (2)

401k with company match

Disability plans

Life insurance

Additional benefits

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s is hiring for a full-time warehouse associate in Erie, PA. The role operates on the 1st shift with starting pay at $18.50 per hour and includes opportunities for advancement in a food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include forklift operation, efficient pallet picking, and inventory support, while adhering to safety standards. Eligible employees receive multiple health plans, a 401(k) with company match, and paid time off benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–1 year of related experience.
• Ability to operate forklifts, clean-up equipment, and carts.
• Ability to gain forklift certification or license.
• Ability to work in cold/freezing temperatures (around 30 degrees).
• Familiarity with WMS and SAP systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and lift equipment to receive, store, and transport palletized products per OSHA and safety standards.
• Pick and stage pallets to support timely trailer loading and distribution.
• Maintain smooth product flow and timely material movements.
• Perform regular equipment checks and report malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Assist with periodic counts and maintain organized storage areas per GWP.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

WMS

SAP

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

SAP

Job description

CJ Schwan’s is hiring for a full-time warehouse associate in Erie, PA. The role operates on the 1st shift with starting pay at $18.50 per hour and includes opportunities for advancement in a food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include forklift operation, efficient pallet picking, and inventory support, while adhering to safety standards. Eligible employees receive multiple health plans, a 401(k) with company match, and paid time off benefits.