Line Driver - Forklift

Job Description

Operate machinery designed to perform a specific portion of the production process for Carlisle Companies Incorporated. Assist Operators II and III on packing and end‑of‑line work, and as needed. Work 40 hours a week with occasional overtime; no travel required.

Supported duties include operating assigned machinery, reviewing work, communicating material requirements, monitoring machine performance, performing hazard‑based functions such as lock‑out/tag‑out, sorting and bundling material, housekeeping, data recording for quality control, achieving production goals, assisting with quality checks, and providing support to Operators II & III as needed. Other duties as required.

• Operate machinery of assigned department to complete assigned work
• Receive and review work
• Communicate the required amount of material needed to perform tasks to others
• Continuously observe machine operation to ensure optimal performance of standard work within assigned department
• Perform hazard‑based functions on machinery, including lock‑out/tag‑out and daily equipment checks
• Stack, sort, and bundle material according to assigned department’s standard
• Perform occasional housekeeping tasks, 5S, and SQDC
• Record data of manufactured material for quality control and improvement
• Achieve production goals while complying with all safety requirements
• Assist with quality checks to verify proper parameters are adhered to
• Assist Operators II & III on packaging and end‑of‑line work, and as needed
• Other duties as required

• Highly motivated with a sound work ethic
• Demonstrate safe working practices and possess great attention to detail
• Follow Carlisle Companies Incorporated policies, procedures, and standards
• Good communication, organization, and time management skills
• Basic computer, mathematics, and problem‑solving skills; ability to use a
• Use measuring devices (gauges, tapes, rulers)
• Team player able to follow instructions from both management and co‑workers
• Ability to learn and operate new equipment and processes

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting

• Fast‑paced manufacturing environment with exposure to ambient/outside temperatures, dust, mechanical parts, pinch points, and increased noise levels
• Hours worked: 8‑10 hours per shift, varying by shift schedule and business needs
• Flexible to overtime and weekend hours as required
• Work with heavy, stationary machinery
• Use of radio, calculator, and measuring devices
• Use of hand tools and computer (Shop Floor and ERP)

Occasional (0‑30%) | Frequent (31‑60%) | Continuous (61‑100%)

• Lifting or carrying 1‑10 lbs
• Lifting or carrying 11‑20 lbs
• Lifting or carrying 21‑40 lbs
• Lifting or carrying 41‑50 lbs
• Lifting or carrying 51 or more lbs
• Pushing or pulling 1‑40 lbs
• Pushing or pulling 41‑50 lbs
• Pushing or pulling 51 or more lbs
• Bending or stooping
• Reaching above shoulder level
• Driving automatic equipment vehicles
• Operating machinery or power tools
• Climbing (ladders, stairs, etc.)
• Walking
• Standing
• Sitting
• Working in extreme temperatures
• Repetitive motion including wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Vision
• Hearing
• Dexterity
• Hand‑eye coordination

• Eye and hearing protection required at all times on the production floor
• Safety toe shoes (steel/composite)
• Hi‑vis vests
• Other PPE as defined by management within assigned area

Our employees’ well‑being is key to Carlisle’s success. While healthcare costs have increased across the nation, Carlisle has absorbed medical insurance costs 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.

• 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, FSA, HSA)
• College scholarships for dependents
• Tuition reimbursement

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.