Machine Operator I

carlislecompanies; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Companies is seeking a Production Operator to take a hands-on role in the manufacture of Poly-ISO insulation. You will operate production and packaging equipment to maintain the flow of materials through the line.

The role requires basic math and reading skills, familiarity with power tools, forklift operation, and effective communication. Expect 12‑hour shifts, 4 days per week, in a fast-paced insulation facility.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Skills in using power and hand tools such as chop saw, table saw, band saw.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and read production orders.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Ability to read measuring gauges such as a tape measure and calipers.
• Ability to operate a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and packaging equipment.
• Follow production schedules, job instructions, quality standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Detect and/or correct and report faulty operations or defective materials.
• Calculate output: square feet, sheet length, and linear feet.
• Measuring, cutting, and gluing materials.
• Ensure safe equipment operation and personal safety compliance.
• Moving materials using a forklift.
• Maintain good housekeeping and workplace organization (5S/Lean Manufacturing).
• Other production responsibilities as needed and assigned

Skills

Basic math

Reading & writing

Power tools

Forklift operation

Communication

Reading gauges

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bar code equipment

Saw tools

Pallet jack

Job description

• Classification: Nonexempt
• Reports to: Production Supervisor
• Department: Manufacturing
• Location: Choose an item.
• Job Title: Production Operator
• Revision Date: 9/1/2022

Job Summary

The Production Operator will take a hands-on role in the production of Poly-ISO insulation by performing a variety of tasks to maintain the proper flow of materials through the production process.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate production equipment and packaging equipment
• Follow production schedules, job instructions, quality standards, specifications, and procedures
• Detect and/or correct and report faulty operations or defective materials
• Calculate output: square feet, sheet length, and linear feet
• Measuring, cutting, and gluing materials
• Ensure safe equipment operation and personal safety compliance
• Moving materials using a forklift
• Maintain good housekeeping and workplace organization (5S/Lean Manufacturing)
• Other production responsibilities as needed and assigned

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

• Understanding of basic math, reading, and writing skills
• Skills in using power and hand tools such as chop saw, table saw, band saw
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to follow instructions and read production orders
• Ability to effectively communicate
• Ability to read measuring gauges such as a tape measure and calipers
• Ability to operator a forklift

Competencies:

• Teamwork
  • Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.
• Managing Change
  • Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
• Customer Focus
  • Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers. Always has the customer’s needs top of mind.
• Continuous Learning
  • Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas. Open to both giving and receiving feedback.
• Drive for Results
  • Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with actions. Seeks to align goals with attainment of organizational strategy. Has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.

Education and Experience:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Basic computer experience a plus
• Forklift experience a plus

Equipment Used:

• Use saws, pallet jacks, hand tools, bar code equipment and other production equipment

Working Conditions:

• Activities occur inside an insulation manufacturing facility. Job includes but are not limited to exposure to the following:
  • Temperatures exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures.
  • Nuisance dust, use of chemicals, working with mechanical parts, pinch points
  • Noise of industrial machinery
  • Fast paced 24/7 operation
• Hours Worked – typically 12-hour shifts, depending on demand, pre-shift work, etc.
• Days of Week Worked – typically 4 days per week, depending on demand/covering as needed
• Shifts Worked – set shift hired to work, but may need to cover other shifts as needed

Travel Requirement

• Overnight travel up to 10%, this will include travel to other facilities and to trainings

Physical Requirements

• LIFTING OR CARRYING
  • 1-10 LBS X
  • 11-20 LBS X
  • 21-40 LBS X
  • 41-50 LBS X
  • 51 OR MORE LBS X
• PUSHING OR PULLING
  • 1-40 LBS X
  • 41-50 LBS X
  • 51 OR MORE LBS X
• BENDING OR STOOPING X
• REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL X
• DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES X
• OPERATE MACHINERY OR POWER TOOLS X
• CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.) X
• WALKING X
• HEIGHTS (BOOM LIFTS, ROOFS, ETC.) X
• STANDING XSITTING X
• WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES X
• REPETITIVE MOTION INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: (WRISTS, HANDS AND/OR FINGERS) X
• VISION – Clarification needed X
• HEARING – Clarification needed X
• DEXTERITY – Clarification needed X
• HAND EYE COORDINATION X

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used

• Safety glasses, uniform, composite toe shoes, safety gloves, hearing protection, any other PPE required for special tasks