Forklift Operator I
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Job Description
Forklift Operator I
Salina, Kansas
Description
(Overview)
CSD
Starting Pay: $19.00 / hour
Additional 2.00 shift differential from 3 pm -- 6 am
Shift: 1
Hours: 7am-4pm
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
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 year401k 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 experienceAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memosAbility to read written documentation containing scheduled moves, printout computer screens, and store tickets for accurate product movementAbility to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to co-workers including Supervisors/ManagersAbility to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbersAbility to operate clean-up broom, plastic compactor, forklifts, and cartsAbility to gain and maintain required forklift certification and license and satisfactory completion of cart driver trainingAbility to key product/move data into terminals on a daily basis Ability to work in cold/freezing temperatures of 30 degreesAbility to understand/use WMS (Warehouse Management System); and eventually understand/utilize SAP (Systems Applications Products in Data Processing)Ability to carry out detailed instructionsComputer exposure and/or experience highly beneficialGood communication skills and ability to interact professionally with co- workersAbility 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 regulationsThe 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.
Job Type: Full-time Business Unit: Req #: 24-2727
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