Forklift Operator - Weekly Pay, PTO & 401k Match

CJ Schwan’s

Erie (Erie County)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Full time

44 hours ago
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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.

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