Production Line Operator 3rd Shift

Carlisle Construction Materials, a worldwide leading diversified manufacturer of premium building products and related technology, has an immediate opening for a Production Operator at its CCM Polyiso plant in Terrell, TX. The Production Operator will take a hands‑on role in the production and warehousing of Poly‑ISO insulation by performing a variety of tasks to maintain the proper flow of materials through the production process.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Moving materials using a forklift
• Operate production equipment and packaging equipment
• Follow production schedules, job instructions, quality standards, specifications, and procedures
• Detect and/or correct and report faulty operations or defective materials
• Calculate output: square feet, sheet length, linear feet, units, etc.
• Measuring, cutting, and gluing materials
• Ensure safe equipment operation and personal safety compliance
• Maintain good housekeeping and workplace organization (5S/Lean Manufacturing)
• Other production responsibilities as needed and assigned

Required Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Ability to operate a forklift
• Understanding of basic math, reading, and writing skills
• Skills in using power and hand tools such as chop saw, table saw, band saw
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to follow instructions and read production orders
• Ability to effectively communicate
• Ability to read measuring gauges such as a tape measure and calipers

Competencies

• 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.
• Continuous Improvement: 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.
• Continuous Learning: 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

• Forklift experience preferred
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Basic computer experience a plus

Equipment Used

• Forklift
• Saws (chop saw, table saw, band saw)
• Pallet jacks
• Hand tools
• Bar code equipment
• Other production equipment

Working Conditions

• Activities occur inside an insulation manufacturing facility
• Exposure to ambient/outside temperatures
• Nuisance dust, use of chemicals, mechanical parts, pinch points
• Noise of industrial machinery
• Fast‑paced 24/5 operation (likely transitioning to 24/7)
• 8‑hour shifts with pre‑shift work; typically 5 days per week, shift may change to 12‑hour schedule as needed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to grasp, push, pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, reach above shoulders, bend, and twist

Travel Requirement

Overnight travel up to 10 %, including travel to other facilities and trainings.