Pays up to $34.00/hour + $1.50 Shift DifferentialPrimary Location: Pottstown, PAShift: 2ndThis 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; and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks. To learn more about Schwan's, visit www.schwanscompany.com . What we are looking for: Here at Schwan's Company, we put a high priority on having safe, clean, and healthy workspaces. Are you a hard worker? This job is in a fast-paced environment and will require you to be physically active! If you are able to do these active tasks, we want YOU to apply!

Responsibilities:

• Lift up to 50 lbs - bending carrying pushing pulling and other activities as needed

• Stand and walk on concrete for long periods of time

• Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day

• Receive work assignments from the lead or supervisor from drawings, specifications, sketches, samples and verbal instructions.

• Plan and perform assigned projects determining what operations need to be performed and what tools to use; asks for guidance when needed.

• Machines parts for all types of production equipment including conveyors, racks, tables, ovens, dough mixers, dough rollers, automatic meat, sauce or cheese machines, cutters, chippers, grinders and shredders.

• Machines parts for equipment including forklift trucks, compressors, boilers and pumps.

• Joins metal using techniques such as heli-arching.

• Work at close tolerances and recommend improvements.

• Build to specifications or use discretion based on knowing which materials are best suited for a given application.

• Maintain equipment in good working condition, cleaning, oiling and replacing parts, as needed.

• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, observing common safety practices.

• Perform all duties in accordance with USDA regulations, OSHA, company policy and established procedures.

• Responsible to conduct yourself and ensure your subordinates (if applicable) conduct themselves in a manner consistent with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conduct.

  This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all the duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

  Years of Related Experience: Typically, five or more years of related experience.

  Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must have satisfactory job history and satisfactory current job performance. Must have operating knowledge of machine shop related equipment. CNC programming experience and Focus Training preferred.

  So, what's this job all about?

  This position is responsible for machines and fabricates equipment using machine tools requiring standard and difficult setups such as turning, facing, boring, drilling, reaming, and chasing threads. Calculates and cuts compound angles using swivel vice and universal heads on milling machines and similar tools requiring full knowledge of machine tool capabilities.

  What we want to do for you?

  Company Benefits:

  We offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with their financial security, health and well-being. In addition to a competitive base pay, we offer a variety of benefit programs.

• Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans

• Two weeks of paid vacation + holidays for new hires

• Employee discounts on company products

• Candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent are preferred

• Candidates receiving offers of employment will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-placement background check, and drug screen

  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.