Shipping and Receiving Operator I

About the role

Carlisle Companies is a leading manufacturer of building envelope products and solutions that make buildings more energy efficient, durable, and sustainable. We deliver roofing, insulation, waterproofing, and architectural systems for commercial and residential projects using a focus on innovation and continuous improvement to solve today’s challenges. Forklift Operators support the movement of materials and products, including warehouse organizing and finished goods inspection, taking product off the production line, and putting it away in designated warehouse locations. Operators also load and unload customer trucks and fill in for other plant roles as business needs dictate.

Standard work week is 40 hours with occasional overtime; no travel required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-shift forklift inspections and record preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output, and other key metrics.
• Safely operate a propane sit-down forklift to move raw materials or finished products throughout the manufacturing floor, keeping production lines clear and materials properly stored.
• Visually inspect material for quality defects; segregate defective product and notify supervisor.
• Fill dumpsters from production floor and maintain housekeeping inside and outside the plant.
• Work as a team with production and shipping teams to follow all facility Standard Works/processes and improve operations.
• Support the recycling area as needed and help keep it organized.
• Fill in on other areas of the plant (e.g., Machine Operator) as required.
• Assist Forklift Operator II as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Prior experience operating a propane sit-down forklift or other mobile equipment (Powered Industrial Trucks).
• Demonstrated safe working practices and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow Carlisle’s policies, procedures, and processes.
• Basic computer, mathematics, and problem-solving skills; ability to use measuring devices (gauges, tapes, rulers).
• Team player able to follow instructions from management and peers.
• Ability to learn and operate new equipment.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to ambient/outside temperatures, dust, mechanical parts, and pinch points.
• Exposure to increased noise levels.
• Shift hours: 8-10 hours per shift, varying based on schedule and business volume.
• Flexible to overtime and weekend hours when required.
• Use of heavy, stationary machinery, radio, calculator, measuring devices, hand tools, and computer (Shop Floor and ERP).

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required: eye and hearing protection at all times on the production floor, safety toe shoes (steel/composite), hi-vis vests, and other PPE as defined by management.

Pay

Per the state’s Wage Transparency Act, the range for this position is $25.13–$28.14 per hour. Actual salary could be greater based on education, experience, and other qualifying skill sets.