Forklift Operator

Carlisle Construction Materials; Prospect (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

EAP

Job summary

Carlisle Companies (Prospect Plant) in Prospect, CT seeks a Machine Operator to operate EPS production machinery and support a high‑volume manufacturing line. The role focuses on efficiency, quality, and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include processing work orders, coordinating material needs, and assisting with packaging and end-of-line tasks while maintaining compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operates machinery of the assigned department to complete a work order.
• Reviews work orders and communicates material needs to other departments.
• Monitors machines to ensure adherence to standard work and safety.
• Performs lockout/tagout and daily equipment inspections.
• Stacks, sorts, and bundles material according to standard work.
• Assists with quality checks and supports packaging and end-of-line tasks.

Job description

Job Description

Carlisle Companies is a leading manufacturer of building envelope products and solutions that make buildings more energy efficient, durable, and sustainable.

We deliver roofing, insulation, waterproofing, and architectural systems for commercial and residential projects using a focus on innovation and continuous improvement to solve today’s challenges.

We’re equally committed to our people, prioritizing safety, inclusion, career growth, development, tuition assistance, and excellent benefits.

With manufacturing, engineering, operations, and corporate functions across North America and globally, Carlisle offers stability, agility, and opportunity in a performance-driven culture.

We are seeking a Machine Operator in our Prospect, CT Plant.

Job Summary

Operate machinery designed to perform a specific portion of the production process around EPS (Expanded Polystyrene).

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates machinery of assigned department (lamination, cutting, fabrication, shapes, recycling, molding, expanding, etc.) to complete assigned work order.


• Receives and reviews work orders.


• Communicates the required amount of material needed to perform tasks to other departments.


• Continuous observation of machine operation to ensure optimal performance of standard work within assigned department.


• Performs hazard-based functions on machinery, including lock out/tag out and daily equipment inspection.


• Stacks, sorts, and bundles material according to assigned department’s standard work.


• Occasional housekeeping tasks, 5S, and SQDC involvement.


• Records data of manufactured material for quality control and improvement functions.


• Achieves production goals while complying with all safety requirements.


• Assists with quality checks to verify proper parameters are adhered to.


• Assists Operators II & III on packaging and end-of-line work, and as needed.


• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirement

This position conducts their work in a manufacturing environment with some exposure to the outdoors; there is exposure to loud machinery, fumes, odors, and dust.

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently sit, stand, and walk


• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. and carrying up to 25 lbs.


• Occasional pushing, pulling, twisting, balancing, and stopping


• Continuously perform visual inspections on parts

Benefits And Perks

Our employees' well-being is crucial to Carlisle's success. Despite the nationwide increase in healthcare costs, Carlisle has maintained the same employee premiums for four consecutive years by absorbing the rising medical insurance expenses. Furthermore, you have the flexibility to tailor a benefits program that perfectly suits your needs.

Benefits Offered

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance


• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance


• Leave & Disability Income Protection (FMLA, LOA, PPL, STD, LTD)


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Health Advocate – health care concierge service


• PTO – sick days, 11 holidays, vacation


• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Flexible Spending accounts (commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, health savings account)


• College Scholarships for Dependents


• Tuition Reimbursement

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used

• Eye and hearing protection are required at all times on the production floor.


• Bump caps


• Safety toe shoes (steel/composite)


• Hi-Vis Vests


• Other PPE as defined by management within assigned department.