Forklift Operator

Carlisle•Smithfield, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Forklift Operators support Insulfoam departments by moving materials and products, organizing the warehouse, inspecting finished goods, moving product from production lines to designated warehouse locations, and loading and unloading customer trucks. They may fill in for other plant roles, such as Machine Operator, as business needs dictate. The standard work week is 40 hours, with occasional overtime and no travel required. The role involves operating a propane sit-down forklift in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Employees work with production and shipping teams, follow facility procedures, maintain equipment and production records, inspect materials, support housekeeping and recycling, and use required personal protective equipment. This is a fully onsite position, with shift hours of 8–10 hours that vary based on the shift schedule and business volume.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Prior experience operating a propane sit-down forklift or other powered industrial truck/mobile equipment.
Demonstrate safe working practices and attention to detail.
Follow company policies, procedures, and processes.
Have good communication, organization, and time-management skills.
Have basic computer, mathematics, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to use a calculator.
Be able to use measuring devices such as gauges, tapes, and rulers.
Be a team player who can follow instructions from management and peers.
Be able to learn and operate new equipment.
Be flexible to work overtime and weekend hours when required.
Wear required production-floor eye and hearing protection, safety-toe shoes, and high-visibility vests, along with other PPE specified by management.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred.
Prior experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-shift forklift inspections.
Record preventive maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output, and other key metrics; perform mathematical calculations as needed.
Safely operate a propane sit-down forklift to move raw materials and finished products throughout the manufacturing floor.
Keep production lines clear and running and ensure products and raw materials are properly stored.
Visually inspect material for quality defects, segregate defective product, and notify a supervisor.
Fill dumpsters from the production floor and maintain plant housekeeping inside and outside.
Work with production and shipping teams to follow facility Standard Works and processes and improve operations.
Support and organize the recycling area when needed.
Fill in for other plant roles, such as Machine Operator, as required.
Assist Forklift Operator II as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.