M4 Helper at Carlisle Construction Materials in Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

We are looking for a Mixer 4 Helper on 2nd shift in our adhesives plant in Carlisle, PA. The plant will be going to a 24/7 shift structure in January 2025, and 12 hour shifts. The M4 Helper assists in packaging a variety of sealants and caulks in cartridges, 1-gallon cans, 5-gallon pails, or 55-gallon drums. At times the M4 Helper must be able to operate the Prosys and Serpa independently, while the unit operator is mixing a batch or blending Indopol. The M4 Helper position assists in cleanout of the mixer and hold tank, as well as maintaining the cleanliness of the Prosys cartridge filler and Serpa Packer to meet 5S requirements.


Duties & Responsibilities:


* Operate Prosys cartridge filler and Serpa Case Packer to fill and package 11-ounce tubes
* Keep cartridge hopper and box loader full
* Putting finished product into 1-gallong cans, 5-gallon pails or 55-gallon drums, as required for specific products.
* Place boxed product on skids and band skids for shipping
* Date code cans and boxes
* Making boxes for 1-gallon cans
* Weighing finished product packages
* Assisting in cleaning out the mixer and hold tank between products
* Maintain cleanliness of all equipment and meet 5S requirements in the work area
* Completing necessary paperwork
* Properly labeling finished product using process specification's packaging and labeling
* Function as a trained and certified Mixer 4 (Shar) back-up as needed
* Follow processing specifications, certification sheets (when mixing), lockout/tagout and confined space procedures


Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:


* Knowledge:


* Operation of the Prosys cartridge filler and Serpa case packer equipment
* Processing specifications
* Job breakdown
* Mixer 4 operations
* Minor maintenance of equipment and components
* Safety systems
* 5S requirements
* Lockout/Tagout procedures
* Confined space entry requirements
* Skills:


* Basic mathematical calculations
* Reading and comprehension of SDS's (Safety Data Sheets), labels, process specifications, and work instructions
* Filling out required paperwork
* Driving a fork truck
* Minor maintenance
* Cleaning out mixers and hold tanks
* Abilities:


* Reading and interpretation of gauges and digital scales
* Communicate with team members and supervisors
* Working as a member of a team


Competencies:


* Teamwork


* Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration
* Managing Change


* Able to find common ground solutions despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered
* Continuous Improvement


* Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better to all aspects of the role
* Customer Focus


* Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external) and keeps the customer's needs in mind
* Continuous Learning


* Understands individual strengths, opportunity areas, and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas
* Drive for Results


* Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems and align goals with attainment of organizational strategy


Equipment & Data Used:


* Equipment run on the job: Prosys cartridge filler, Serpa case packer, fork truck, digital scale, skid bander, gas detection equipment, and mixer 4 (in back-up capacity)
* Tools required on the job: Hammer, screw drivers, wrenches, pneumatic wrench, manual lid crimper, pneumatic staple gun, and safety knives
* Data used on the job: Standard work documents, SDS's (Safety Data Sheets), certification sheets with mixing information


Work Environment/Time Worked:


* Work Environment:


* Plant ambient temperature in the summer matches outside temperature
* Plant is heated in the winter
* Exposure to solvent fumes when cleaning (PPE Provided)
* Must work in confined spaces when necessary
* Pinch points on moving mechanical equipment
* Sharp edges on box cutters and razors
* Heavy equipment includes fork truck
* Uniforms are issued and laundered by company
* Can be fast paced
* Time Worked:


* While training on or performing an operator/material handler positions you will be required to come in 15 minutes prior to start of shift


Physical Requirements:


* Climbing - must be able to climb into and out of a fork truck and upstairs to the mezzanine
* Lifting - lifting raw materials (occasionally up to 62 lbs) and placing cases on skids
* Stooping - occurs when placing finished product cartons onto pallets
* Kneeling - occurs during the cleanout process
* Crouching - when filling 5-gallon pails
* Reaching - reaching to get empty tubes
* Standing - must stand for majority of the shift
* Walking - walking back and forth between the Prosys and Serpa case packer
* Pushing - pushing full cartons onto skid or 1-gallon cans into boxes
* Pulling - pulling full cartons of the conveyor
* Grasping - grasping empty cans, cartridges, and lids for cans or pails
* Talking & Hearing - must communicate with other members of the plant
* Sight - must be able to see and recognize hazards, warnings, and safety data sheets


Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used:


* Hearing Protection
* Safety Shoes
* Cut Resistant Gloves
* Safety Glasses
* PPE required for use of specific chemicals will be provided when needed


Essential Full Performance Knowledge: Knowledge required includes, but is not limited to, processing specifications, job breakdowns/SOP's, operation of fork truck with a valid license, maintain inventory records, packaging of skids, housekeeping.


Education/Experience Requirements:


High School Diploma or GED equivalent


Experience: 2 years of manufacturing or warehousing experience


Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM), is a global leader in the building materials industry. We've been around since 1917. In just the past six years, our company has grown by nearly 70%.


When you join CCM, you'll become part of a team that looks out for you, listens to your ideas and appreciates your work. We think we've got something pretty special here, and our employees seem to agree.


Employees also enjoy some of these great benefits!


Time off - Hard work should be rewarded. You'll receive paid vacation and a generous amount of paid holidays.


Healthcare - We offer multiple options. Choose the one that fits your lifestyle. CCM picks up a generous amount of the cost.


Retirement Fund - Save for your retirement with a traditional or Roth 401k. We'll match a portion of your contribution starting on your first day of work.


Training - We believe in being lifetime learners, so we offer dozens of training programs in the classroom as well as online.


Tuition Reimbursement - Ready to get the degree? We'll pick up 90% of your tuition cost.


Idea Teams - You can be part of helping us solve some of our toughest challenges or developing the next break-through innovation.


Unlimited Coffee - Caffeine fuels some of the best ideas.


Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled