Forklift Operator - Puyallup CWT

Carlisle Companies Incorporated is a global leader in building products and solutions, serving commercial construction, industrial, and infrastructure markets through its Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) and Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) segments. Driven by operational excellence and the Carlisle Operating System (COS), we focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality solutions. Our people are at the center of our success, and we are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and make an impact.

Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) is a leading building envelope solution supplier that effectively drives energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial and residential applications. We are seeking a Forklift Operator in our Puyallup, WA Plant.

Shift: 6am- 2:30PM Monday through Friday

Starting Pay: $24.52

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.

• 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

• 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
• Basic computer, mathematics, and problem-solving skills; ability to use a
• 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.

Required:

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

• Fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts and pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels.
• Hours worked: 8-10 hours/shift, varies on shift schedule and business
• Flexible to the possibility of overtime and weekend hours when
• Heavy, stationary machinery on manufacturing floor
• Radio, Calculator, Measuring Devices
• Hand tools
• Computer (Shop Floor and ERP)

• Eye…