Forklift Operator - Packaging, Inventory & Production

Carlisle Construction Materials; Franklin Park (IL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Construction Materials in Franklin Park, IL is seeking a full-time forklift operator to unload, move, and store product, and support packaging operations on the production line.

The role requires forklift certification, adherence to safety policies (LOTO), accurate labeling and piece counts, and willingness to assist other plant areas as needed.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday with overtime; 40 hours plus, with 24/7 demands during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification and knowledge of warehouse layout and batch numbers.
• Thorough understanding of the production schedule.
• LOTO certification and safe operation of equipment.
• Ability to identify potential quality defects and verify labels/ counts.
• Knowledge of safety policies and safe equipment operation.
• Experience with mobile equipment and teamwork in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate propane sit-down forklifts and perform safety checks.
• Handle labeling, packaging, and palletization processes.
• Move product from line to designated warehouse locations.
• Assist in training new team members and cover other plant areas as needed.
• Maintain 5S standards and keep production areas clean and organized.

Skills

Forklift Certification

Warehouse Layout

Production Schedule

LOTO Certification

Quality Defects

Labeling & Counting

Safety Compliance

Mobile Equipment

Teamwork

Continuous Improvement

Customer Focus

Decision Making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RFGen

Job description

Carlisle Construction Materials in Franklin Park, IL is seeking a full-time forklift operator to unload, move, and store product, and support packaging operations on the production line.

The role requires forklift certification, adherence to safety policies (LOTO), accurate labeling and piece counts, and willingness to assist other plant areas as needed.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday with overtime; 40 hours plus, with 24/7 demands during peak periods.