Machine Operator I

Carlisle Construction Materials; Puyallup (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading building envelope solution supplier is seeking a Machine Operator I for their Puyallup, WA plant. The role involves operating machinery for EPS production, assisting with packing, and ensuring safety and quality standards. The position offers a shift from 8 PM to 6:30 AM with overtime as needed.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Income Protection

PTO

401K with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Scholarships

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Prior experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to complete assigned work orders.
• Perform hazard-based functions on machinery, including inspections.
• Assist with quality checks and achieve production goals.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Job Description

Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) is a leading building envelope solution supplier that effectively drives energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial and residential applications. We are seeking a Machine Operator in our Puyallup, WA Plant.

Shift: 8pm-6:30am, OT as required

Pay: $21.86 plus $1.00 shift differential

Job Summary

Operate machinery designed to perform a specific portion of the production process around EPS (Expand Polystyrene). Assist Operator II and Operator III on packing and end-of-line work, and as needed. Working 40 hours a week with occasional overtime, no travel required.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Operate machinery of assigned department (lamination, cutting, fabrication, shapes, recycling, molding, expanding, etc.) to complete assigned work order.
2. Receive and review work orders.
3. Communicate the required amount of material needed to perform tasks to other departments.
4. Continuously observe machine operation to ensure optimal performance within the assigned department.
5. Perform hazard-based functions on machinery, including lock out/tag out and daily equipment inspection.
6. Stack, sort, and bundle material according to standard work.
7. Perform occasional housekeeping tasks, 5S, and SQDC involvement.
8. Record data of manufactured material for quality control and improvement.
9. Achieve production goals while complying with safety requirements.
10. Assist with quality checks to verify proper parameters are adhered to.
11. Assist Operators II & III on packaging and end-of-line work, as needed.
12. Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Highly motivated with a good work ethic.
• Demonstrate safe working practices and attention to detail.
• Follow CWT’s policies, procedures, and processes.
• Good communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Basic computer, mathematics, and problem-solving skills; ability to use a calculator.
• Use measuring devices (gauges, tapes, rulers).
• Team player able to follow instructions from management and peers.
• Ability to learn and operate new equipment.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior experience in manufacturing preferred.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced environment with exposure to ambient/outside temperatures, dust, mechanical parts, pinch points, and noise.
• Hours vary from 8-10 hours per shift, with potential overtime and weekend hours.
• Heavy machinery on the manufacturing floor.
• Use of radio, calculator, measuring devices, hand tools, and computer (Shop Floor and ERP).

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Eye and hearing protection at all times.
• Safety toe shoes (steel/composite).
• Hi-Vis Vests.
• Other PPE as defined by management.

Benefits and Perks

We prioritize employee well-being with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, life insurance, disability income protection, PTO, 401K with company match, stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, scholarships, and tuition reimbursement.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Wholesale Building Materials