Industrial Machine Operator — Forklift & Materials Flow

CT Polymers, LLC.; Bourbon (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Job summary

CT Polymers, LLC. on the Bourbon, Indiana production floor seeks a dependable forklift operator to support 12-hour shifts. You will set up, run, and monitor lines, move materials with a sit-down forklift, keep records accurate, and communicate clearly during handoffs.

You must have forklift experience (2+ years), lift up to 65 pounds, stand most of the shift, and stay proactive with safety and quality logs; a forklift certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of forklift experience.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 65 pounds.
• Comfort standing, walking, stooping, and bending for ~80% of the shift.
• Stamina to stand for extended periods.
• Skill with calculators, adding machines, and industrial scales.
• Resourceful problem-solver under deadline pressure.
• Valid Forklift Certification highly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain a range of industrial machinery.
• Clean production equipment and care for company-issued tools.
• Move and store materials using a sit-down forklift to supply production lines.
• Thoroughly clean boxes, lids, and skids prior to staging.
• Complete quality control logs, production ledgers, and box tickets—clearly and accurately.
• Calculate material weights using gross, tare, and net methods.
• Participate in shift meetings, training sessions, and maintain open communication with teammates.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and keep pace with production deadlines.

Skills

Forklift experience

Lifting 65 lbs

Stand long shifts

Equipment troubleshooting

Team communication

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Step into a day on our production floor. You arrive for a pre-shift huddle, align on targets, and head to your line. You ready the machines—simple and complex—dialing in settings and verifying safety. With a sit-down forklift, you stage materials, thoroughly clean boxes, lids, and skids, and feed the line so production can run steadily. As the shift progresses, you monitor output, make adjustments, and document results. You keep tools accounted for, equipment clean, weights accurate, and records legible. When a hiccup appears, you troubleshoot quickly to keep deadlines on track. You wrap up with housekeeping, clear communication, and handoff notes for the next team.

What you'll handle

• Set up, operate, and maintain a range of industrial machinery.
• Clean production equipment and care for company-issued tools.
• Move and store materials using a sit-down forklift to supply production lines.
• Thoroughly clean boxes, lids, and skids prior to staging.
• Complete quality control logs, production ledgers, and box tickets—clearly and accurately.
• Calculate material weights using gross, tare, and net methods.
• Participate in shift meetings, training sessions, and maintain open communication with teammates.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and keep pace with production deadlines.

What you bring

• 2+ years of forklift experience (mandatory), with frequent mounting/dismounting.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 65 pounds.
• Comfort standing, walking, stooping, and bending for roughly 80% of the shift.
• Stamina to stand for extended periods.
• Skill with calculators, adding machines, and industrial scales.
• Resourceful problem-solver under deadline pressure.
• Valid Forklift Certification highly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Compensation & schedule

• Pay: $16.00–$17.50 per hour.
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 rotation.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching.
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, and life insurance.