Machine Operator - Metals - 2nd Shift

Carlisle Construction Materials; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Construction Materials is seeking a 2nd shift machine operator to independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot multiple manufacturing machines. The role involves reading work orders, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced plant environment.

You will handle material feeding, minor adjustments, and packaging duties as needed while supporting continuous production and meeting deadlines. Shift is 3:00 PM–1:30 AM, with overtime possible.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred.
• Ability to safely operate a sit-down forklift and obtain CCM forklift certification.
• Good communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Basic math, calculator use, and ability to read measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, thread the material through, and operate independently one machine (Shear, PNL, Turret, Brake Press, Robotic Cell, Cut-to-Length, Roll Forming/Seaming, Press Lock, Welder/Paint Booth).
• Follow daily manufacturing work orders with attention to material specifications and notes.
• Assist with operation of other machinery under supervision.
• Assist with packaging at end of line as needed.
• Band and palletize metal coils and/or metal sheets, place tags/labels on finished product.
• Perform quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and weights using appropriate tools.
• Achieve production goals while complying with all safety requirements.
• Mount and adjust slitter knives, spaces, and guide discs for coil widths; adjust knife clearances for roll-former as needed.
• Adjust machinery by observation and feedback from monitoring equipment; perform quality control methods.
• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and daily equipment inspections.
• Keep work area orderly and clean.
• Will perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Mathematics & measurement

Team player

Problem solving

Learn new equipment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

This position is a 2nd shift position and will independently set-up, operate and troubleshoot one machine/equipment (Shear, PNL, Turret, Brake Press, Robotic Cell, Cut-to-Length, Roll Forming/Seaming, Press Lock).

Job Description

This position is a 2nd shift position and will independently set-up, operate and troubleshoot one machine/equipment (Shear, PNL, Turret, Brake Press, Robotic Cell, Cut-to-Length, Roll Forming/Seaming, Press Lock).

Duties And Responsibilities

• Set-up, thread the material through, and operate independently one machine (Shear, PNL, Turret, Brake Press, Robotic Cell, Cut-to-Length, Roll Forming/Seaming, Press Lock, Welder/Paint Booth).
• Follow daily manufacturing work orders giving special attention to various materials and add any specific notations needed.
• Assists with the operation of other machinery under close supervision.
• Assist with the packaging at the end of the line and as needed.
• Band and palletize metal coils and/or metal sheets, place tags/labels on finished product.
• Perform quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and weights are adhered to using the proper tools.
• Achieving production goals while complying with all safety requirements.
• Mounting and originating slitter knives, spaces, and guide discs for various specified coil widths; this includes adjusting clearances of knives and vertical/horizontal gapping (roll-former only).
• Adjust machinery by observation and using monitoring equipment feedback and perform quality control methods.
• Responsible for following all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and daily equipment inspection.
• Responsible for keeping work area in an orderly condition.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Highly motivated with a good, sound work ethic.
• Able to safely operate a sit-down forklift – training will be provided if necessary; all production employees must complete CCM’s forklift certification program regardless of previous experience.
• Must demonstrate safe working practices and possess great attention to detail.
• Ability to follow CCM’s policies, procedures, and processes.
• Good communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Basic computer, mathematics, and problem-solving skills; ability to use a calculator.
• Ability to use measuring devices (gauges, tapes, rulers).
• Team player that is able to follow instructions from both management and peers.
• Ability to learn and operate new equipment.

Education And Experience

• Required:
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience.

Working Conditions

• Fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts and pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels.
• Hours Worked: 40 hours per week; Shift: 2nd
• Days/Week: Monday thru Thursday: 3pm to 1:30am
• Flexible to the possibility of overtime and weekend hours when required.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY

• 1-10 LBS

FREQUENTLY

• 11-20 LBS

CONTINUOUSLY (0-30%)

• 21-40 LBS

(31-60%)

• 41-50 LBS

(61-100%)

• 51 OR MORE LBS

Pushing Or Pulling

• 1-40 LBS
• 41-50 LBS
• 51 OR MORE LBS

BENDING OR STOOPING

REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL

DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES

OPERATE MACHINERY OR POWER TOOLS

CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.)

WALKING

STANDING

SITTING

WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES

REPETITIVE MOTION INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: WRISTS, HANDS AND/OR FINGERS)

VISION

HEARING

DEXTERITY

HAND EYE COORDINATION

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used

• Personal Protective Equipment is regularly required for this position which includes steel or composite toe boots, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves and arm guards, and hearing protection.