Material Handler

The Swan Food Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Weekly Friday pay

Paid time off 2 weeks first year

7 paid holidays and 2 personal days

Job summary

The Swan Food Company is hiring for a full-time material handler to support a food manufacturing environment. The role runs 1st shift, Monday through Friday, from 6am to 2pm, with starting pay of $18.50 per hour.

You will move materials, operate pallet jacks and other handling equipment, count inventory, and perform audits. Requires 0–2 years’ related experience and ability to work in subzero temperatures for extended periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 0–2 years related experience.
• Ability to work in freezers with subzero temperatures for 4–8 hours daily and stand for up to 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Move materials and supplies through the facility, using carts, conveyors, or pallet jacks.
• Stack pallets, clean up scrap, and dispose of bracing/cardboard.
• Place items in containers or designated areas and count product movement.
• Assist with load sheets and general maintenance as needed.

Skills

Material handling

Pallet jack

Inventory counts

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack operation

Conveyor belts

Job description

Starting Pay: $18.50 per hour

Shift: 1st shift, Monday - Friday

Hours: 6am - 2pm

What We Offer:

• Paid on-the-job training and certification opportunities
• 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:

• Moving materials and supplies through the facility, which may require the use of material handling equipment such as carts, conveyer belts, and pallet jacks.
• Stacking skids or pallets in designated areas and cleaning and disposing of scrap bracing cardboard and strapping.
• Placing items in proper containers or designated areas.
• Using lists to determine and count quantities of product moving throughout the facility and conducting intermediate material audits.
• Other duties as assigned (such as general maintenance work around the facility and processing of load sheets).

What You Will Bring:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 0 to 2 years related experience.
• Must be able to work in freezers with subzero temperatures for 4-8 hours per day and stand up to 8 hours.

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].