Forklift Operator I - Mid Shift

Schwan's Company • Gahanna, OH

118d • $21

About The Position

This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement! Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can't forget 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!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• 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.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact professionally with co-workers.
• Ability to work with deadlines and under pressure.

Nice To Haves

• Computer exposure and/or experience highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy workspace.
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Read written documentation containing scheduled moves, printout computer screens, and store tickets for accurate product movement.
• Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to co-workers including Supervisors/Managers.
• Perform basic mathematical operations in all units of measure using whole numbers.
• Operate clean-up broom, plastic compactor, forklifts, and carts.
• Gain and maintain required forklift certification and license and satisfactory completion of cart driver training.
• Key product/move data into terminals on a daily basis.
• Work in cold/freezing temperatures of 30 degrees.
• Understand/use WMS (Warehouse Management System) and eventually understand/utilize SAP (Systems Applications Products in Data Processing).
• Carry out detailed instructions.
• 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.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED