Machine / Saw Operator

Carlisle; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle is hiring for a production associate to support Poly–ISO insulation manufacturing at our Franklin Park, IL site. You will operate saws and packaging equipment, read specifications, and ensure accurate sheet length and linear feet while maintaining safety standards.

Responsibilities include setup, troubleshooting, 5S housekeeping, and assisting in training new team members. Overnight travel not required; overtime as needed, with a focus on process optimization and quality control.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school preferred.
• Knowledge of safety and lock-out/tag-out procedures; forklift certification.
• Ability to read and interpret processing specifications and measurements.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot production equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment and maintain saws and related equipment.
• Operate and troubleshoot saw control consoles.
• Perform crosscutting and take critical measurements.
• Maintain mold release usage and quality facer makings.
• Communicate product attributes for corrections.
• Attend meetings to discuss processing problems and changes.
• Provide input on process and equipment improvements.
• Maintain 5S in the plant; perform housekeeping.
• Assist in training new team members.
• Dispose of waste chemical safely.
• Fill in other plant areas as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Managing Change

Continuous Improvement

Customer Focus

Drive for Results

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Facer Hoist

Control Panels

Batching Console

CMMS

SAP

MS Programs

Job description

Production of Poly–ISO Insulation to published specifications. Tasks include operation of saws and packaging equipment. Knowledge of processing specifications, operation of production equipment, sheet length, and linear feet.

Pay Range

$24.00 to $25.00

Duties and Responsibilities

• Equipment setup, and upkeep of saws and associated equipment.
• Operate and troubleshoot, Saw control consoles.
• Operate and troubleshoot, crosscut, take critical measurements
• Maintain the use of mold release.
• Communicate product attributes to process operator for correction.
• Attend various meetings to provide input on processing problems and changes to process and equipment.
• Ensure quality and proper facer makings.
• Housekeeping of Plant inside and out.
• Assist in training of new team members.
• Safe/Proper disposal of waste chemical.
• Maintaining 5S Checklist
• Fill in other areas of the plant as required

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

• Knowledge and Certified in Lock-out, Tag-out Program, Forklift, and Confined Space
• Knowledge of safety aspects of all equipment as well as the plant’s general safety policies.
• Understanding the impact of sending incorrect/defective product.
• Ability to operate mobile equipment safely
• 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.
• 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.
• 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

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, technical school preferred

Equipment Used

• forklifts, facer hoist, control panels, batching console, equipment.
• Computer systems (CMMS, SAP, MS programs)

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
• Typically 40 hour per week with overtime as required
• Days/shift vary based on facility need
• Fast paced 24/7 operation

Travel Requirement

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

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