Machine Operator in Bourbon

Energy Jobline ZR; Bourbon (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CT Polymers in Indiana is seeking a Machine Operator to set up and run industrial equipment, manage warehouse materials with a sit-down forklift, and maintain high-quality production standards. The role requires a strong work ethic, mathematical accuracy for weights, and the agility to handle physically demanding tasks while following safety and quality procedures.

You will collaborate with a shift team, complete logs and tickets, and support continuous improvement efforts in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years forklift experience
• Able to push, pull, lift and carry up to 65 pounds
• Stand, walk, stoop, and bend for 80% of shift
• Proficient with calculators, adding machines and industrial scales
• Troubleshoot equipment and work under deadline pressure
• Valid forklift certification preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain simple and complex industrial machinery
• Clean production machinery and maintain tools
• Supply production lines and store materials using a sit-down forklift
• Clean boxes, lids, and skids before staging them
• Complete quality control logs, production ledgers, and box tickets
• Compute material weights using gross, tare, and net calculations
• Participate in shift meetings, training sessions, and communicate with coworkers

Skills

Forklift experience

Physical fitness

Mobility

Stamina

Technical skills

Problem solving

Certification

Education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description Machine Operator (Full-Time)
Job Summary CT Polymers is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Machine Operator to join our team in person. You will set up and run industrial machinery, manage warehouse materials using a forklift, and maintain high-quality production standards. This role requires a strong work ethic, mathematical accuracy, and the agility to handle physically demanding tasks.
Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Set up, operate, and maintain simple and complex industrial machinery.


• Equipment Care: Clean production machinery and remain responsible for company-provided tools.


• Material Handling: Supply production lines and store materials using a sit-down forklift.


• Logistics & Prep: Clean boxes, lids, and skids thoroughly before staging them.


• Documentation: Complete quality control logs, production ledgers, and box tickets legibly.


• Basic Math: Compute material weights accurately using gross, tare, and net calculations.


• Collaboration: Participate in shift meetings, training sessions, and communicate with coworkers.

Job Requirements

• Forklift Experience: Minimum 2 years of forklift experience is mandatory.


• Physical Fitness: Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 65 pounds.


• Mobility: Stand, walk, stoop, and bend 80% of the shift.


• Stamina: Get on and off forklifts repeatedly and stand for long periods.


• Technical Skills: Proficient using calculators, adding machines, and industrial scales.


• Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and work under deadline pressure.


• Certification: Valid Forklift Certification is highly .


• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is .