Machine Operator I

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 linework, and as needed. Working 40 hours a week work week with occasional overtime, no travel required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates machinery of assigned department (lamination, cutting, fabrication, shapes, recycling, molding, expanding, etc.) to complete assigned work order.
• Receives and reviews work orders.
• Communicates the required amount of material needed to perform tasks to other departments.
• Continuous observation of machine operation to ensure optimal performance of standard work within assigned department.
• Performs hazard-based functions on machinery, including lock out/tag out and daily equipment inspection.
• Stacks, sorts, and bundles material according to assigned department's standard work.
• Occasional housekeeping tasks, 5S, and SQDC involvement.
• Records data of manufactured material for quality control and improvement functions.
• Achieves production goals while complying with all safety requirements.
• Assists with quality checks to verify proper parameters are adhered to.
• Assists Operators II & III on packaging and end-of-line work, and as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Highly motivated with a good, sound work ethic.
• Must demonstrate safe working practices and possess great attention to detail.
• Ability to 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.
• Ability to use measuring devices (gauges, tapes, rulers).
• Team player able to follow instructions from both management and peers.
• Ability to learn and operate new equipment.

Education and Experience:

• Required:
  • High School Diploma or GED is Preferred
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • Prior experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.

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: 8-10 hours/shift, varies on shift schedule and business volume.
• Flexible to the possibility of overtime and weekend hours when required.
• Heavy, stationary machinery on manufacturing floor.
• Radio, Calculator, Measuring Devices
• Hand tools
• Computer (Shop Floor and ERP)

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY

FREQUENTLY

CONTINUOUSLY

(0-30%)

(31-60%)

(61-100%)

LIFTING OR CARRYING
• 1-10 LBS

X
• 11-20 LBS

X
• 21-40 LBS

X
• 41-50 LBS

X
• 51 OR MORE LBS

PUSHING OR PULLING:
• 1-40 LBS

X
• 41-50 LBS

X
• 51 OR MORE LBS

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

STANDING

X

SITTING

X

WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES

X

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

X

VISION

X

HEARING

X

DEXTERITY

X

HAND EYE COORDINATION

X

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used:

• Eye and hearing protection is required at all times on the production floor.
• Safety toe shoes (steel/composite)
• Hi-Vis Vests
• Other PPE as defined by management within assigned department.

Benefits / Salary Transparency

Our employees' well-being is key to Carlisle's success. While healthcare costs have increased across the nation, Carlisle has absorbed Medical Insurance cost to keep employee premiums at the same rate for four years in a row. In addition to healthcare, you can customize a benefits program that's exactly right for your personal situation.

Benefits offered:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Leave & Disability Income Protection (FMLA, LOA, PPL, STD, LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Advocate - health care concierge service
• PTO - sick days, 11 holidays, vacation
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flexible Spending accounts (commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, health savings account)
• College Scholarships for Dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement

Note to California applicants:

Per the state's Wage Transparency Act, the range for this position is 22.54-24.54. Actual salary could be greater based on education, experience, and other qualifying skill sets.