Job Information
Schwan's Company Forklift Operator I in Salina, Kansas
Warehouse
Starting Pay: $18.75 / hour
Additional 2.00 shift differential from 3pm -- 6am
Shift:2
Hours: 1:45pm-10:15pm
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 the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Its many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's™, Villa Prima®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; Bibigo®, and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks. To learn more about Schwan's, visit www.schwanscompany.com.
What we want to do for you:
We offer eligible employees competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with their financial security, health, and well-being.
Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans
Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during first year
401k with Company Match
What we need from you:
Here at Schwan's Company, we put a high priority on having safe, clean, and healthy workspaces. And we want individuals that take that seriously.
High School Diploma or equivalent, must be 18 years of age and 0-1 year of related experience
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to read written documentation containing scheduled moves, printout computer screens, and store tickets for accurate product movement
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to co-workers including Supervisors/Managers
Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers
Ability to operate clean-up broom, plastic compactor, forklifts, and carts
Ability to gain and maintain required forklift certification and license and satisfactory completion of cart driver training
Ability to key product/move data into terminals on a daily basis
Ability to 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)
Ability to carry out detailed instructions
Computer exposure and/or experience highly beneficial
Good communication skills and ability to interact professionally with co- workers
Ability to work with deadlines and under pressure
Comply with all general safety policies and procedures in accordance with Company, Local, State, and Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations
The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required; including but not limited to bump cap, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves and safety shoes or rubber boots
The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected classes.