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Machine Operator 2nd shift

Carpenter Co.
Lakeland, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026
Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Machine Operator B on 2nd shift, in our Bedding Department at our Lakeland, FL manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for safely operating machinery and equipment used to manufacture, package, and ship our products to both internal and external customers as defined by a daily production schedule.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operational excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to communicate and coordinate with Carpenter Employees of all levels to safely and efficiently meet daily production demands.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform cutting operations according to programs and customer specifications.
  • Perform quality checks on materials to ensure the product meets customer specifications.
  • Unload finished cut foam material and transport to next production area.
  • Maintain communication with line personnel to ensure downtime is kept to a minimum.
  • Record pertinent information of programs.
  • Place excess trim material in baler. Bale and secure trim material for transport to grinding department.
  • Cross-train to operate other cutting equipment as needed.
  • Other duties as deemed necessary by Management.
  • Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe work environment.
  • Properly maintain inventory and production documentation.
  • Accurate labeling of all packages in the Bedding and stock areas.
  • Pull labeled material and transport to docks for shipping.
  • Identify and remove raw materials from inventory or receive from proceeding process.
  • Follow Carpenter's safe stacking policy and procedures.
  • Maintain acceptable attendance and punctuality.
  • Read and interpret a basic tape measure on a daily basis.
  • Inventory control.

Core hours are currently 3:30pm - 12:00am for 2nd shift. We do have mandatory overtime, which is determined by the workflow.

Skills/ Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree.
  • Prior experience as a machine operator.
  • Forklift operator certification or ability to obtain a company forklift license.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends.
  • Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions .
  • Must be able to work with little or no supervision.

Important Notes

Carpenter Co conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. We also offer tuition reimbursement to our employees after 1 year of service.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

  • Forklift Certified

Behaviors

Preferred

  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
  • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

  • Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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