Forklift Operator- Mead
Listed on 2026-10-09
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Manufacturing / Production
Forklift Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator
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.
We’re equally committed to our people, prioritizing safety, inclusion, career growth development, tuition assistance, and excellent benefits.
With manufacturing, engineering, R&D, and corporate functions across North America and globally, Carlisle offers stability, agility, and opportunity in a performance-driven culture. Do meaningful work and shape the future of building solutions;
We are looking for a Machine Operator to join our second shift Insulfoam team in Mead, Nebraska.
As an employee of Carlisle, you will enjoy the following benefits:
- Day 1 coverage for medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
- Leave and disability income protection
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Advocate and insurance concierge services
- Paid Time Off - paid sick days, paid vacation days and 11 paid holidays annually
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Educational Assistance Program (tuition reimbursement) for employees
Job Summary
Forklift Operators support Insulfoam departments with the movement of materials and products, including taking part in warehouse organizing and finished goods inspection, taking product off the production line and putting it away in designated locations in the warehouse, loading and unloading customer trucks.
Forklift Operators also fill in for other jobs in plant (e.g., Machine Operator) as business needs dictate. Standard work week 40 hours a week with occasional overtime, no travel required.
Shift: 2pm-1030pm, OT as required
Starting Pay: $22.46
A sign on bonus in the gross amount of $1000.00,1/2 paid after 90 days and the last 1/2 paid after 180 days of employment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform pre-shift forklift inspections on forklift.
- Record preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output and other key metrics, performing mathematical calculations as needed.
- Safely operate a propane sit-down forklift to move raw materials or finished products throughout the manufacturing floor, which includes, but is not limited to, keeping production line clear and running and keeping product and raw materials properly stored.
- Visually inspect material for quality defects;
Segregate defective product and notify supervisor. - Fill dumpsters from production floor;
Housekeeping of plant (inside and out). - Work as a team with production and shipping team to follow all facility Standard Works/processes and improve operations.
- Support the recycling area, when needed, and help to keep it organized.
- Fill in on other areas of the plant (e.g., Machine Operator) as required.
- Assists forklift operator II as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Highly motivated with a good, sound work ethic.
- Prior experience operating a propane sit-down forklift or other mobile equipment (Powered Industrial Trucks).
- 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.
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