What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Equipment Operator — Heavy-Lift & QC Documentation position at CT Polymers?
Role snapshot
Operate and care for production machinery, keep materials moving via sit-down forklift, and maintain meticulous production and quality records in a fast-paced environment.
Core responsibilities
- Set up, run, and maintain both simple and complex manufacturing equipment.
- Clean and maintain production machinery; safeguard and account for company tools.
- Use a sit-down forklift to supply lines, move inventory, and store materials safely.
- Clean boxes, lids, and skids thoroughly before staging to support smooth operations.
- Complete quality control logs, production ledgers, and box tickets legibly and on time.
- Perform accurate gross–tare–net calculations for material weights.
- Join shift meetings and training; communicate proactively with teammates and leadership.
- Troubleshoot issues quickly to meet production deadlines.
Must-have qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of forklift experience (required).
- Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 65 lbs.
- Comfort with standing, walking, stooping, and bending for ~80% of the shift.
- Ability to get on/off forklifts repeatedly and stand for long periods.
- Proficiency with calculators, adding machines, and industrial scales.
- Proven troubleshooting skills and composure under deadline pressure.
Preferred
- Valid Forklift Certification.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Pay & schedule
- Hourly range: $16.00–$17.50.
- 12-hour shifts, 2-2-3 rotating schedule.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match.
- Full benefits: health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Salary : $16 - $18