Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator 

Job Summary

Join Carlisle Companies Incorporated as an Forklift Operator/Line Driver, where you’ll play a hands-on role in producing high-quality building materials in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. In this role, you’ll operate a forklift, support experienced operators, and ensure products meet Carlisle’s safety and quality standards. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with occasional overtime and no travel required. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with machinery, take pride in safety and quality, and want to grow their skills within a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Shift: Sunday- Thursday 8 pm- 6:30 am, OT as required

Starting Pay: $26.33-$27.33

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift within your assigned department to complete production work orders safely and efficiently

• Review work orders and ensure proper materials are available to meet production needs

• Maintain standard work and optimal performance

• Perform safety-critical tasks including lockout/tagout, daily equipment inspections, and hazard-based functions

• Stack, sort, bundle, and package materials according to departmental standards

• Support Operators II and III with packaging and end-of-line operations as needed

• Record production and quality data to support continuous improvement efforts

• Participate in housekeeping, 5S activities, and SQDC initiatives

• Assist with quality checks to verify production parameters are met

• Meet production goals while strictly adhering to all safety requirements

• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong work ethic with a high level of motivation and reliability

• Commitment to safe work practices and attention to detail

• Ability to follow company policies, procedures, and standard work

• Effective communication, organization, and time-management skills

• Basic computer, math, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to use measuring tools such as gauges, tape measures, and rulers

• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to take direction from supervisors and peers

• Willingness and ability to learn new equipment and processes

Education & Experience

Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• FL experience

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Previous manufacturing or production experience

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, mechanical parts, pinch points, and varying temperatures

• Elevated noise levels requiring hearing protection

• Heavy, stationary machinery on the production floor

• Shifts range from 8–10 hours, depending on schedule and business needs

• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends when required

Equipment & Tools Used

• Production machinery and hand tools

• Measuring devices, radios, and calculators

• Shop floor systems and ERP software

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Eye and hearing protection (required at all times on the production floor)

• Safety-toe footwear (steel or composite)

• High-visibility vests

• Additional PPE as required by department or management

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 Washington applicants:

Per the state’s Wage Transparency Act, the range for this position is $26.33-$27.33.  Actual salary could be greater based on education, experience, and other qualifying skill sets.