Checker Loader Carpet Cushion 3rd Shift

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. is seeking a focused and safety-conscious Checker Loader to support our production lines. In this role, you will act as a vital link between departments, managing the flow of raw materials and finished goods to keep our operations running smoothly. You will operate material handling equipment in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, requiring sharp spatial awareness and excellent teamwork.

Initial 4–6 week training on 1st shift while the full team is onboarded.

Position Description

• Operates a forklift safely in confined areas alongside pedestrian traffic and other moving machinery.
• Drives a forklift traveling in reverse to transport products to their final destinations safely and efficiently.
• Loads transport trucks and trailers in the proper chronological order.
• Adheres strictly to the Carpenter Company safe stacking policy.
• Recognizes and respects all prohibited and restricted area requirements.
• Ability to physically handle, lift and maneuver rolls of carpet cushion.
• Maintains a neat, orderly, and safe work environment at all times.
• Performs other workplace duties and tasks as assigned by management.

Skills/ Requirements

• High school or GED
• Forklift certified or ability to obtain forklift certification
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to read and fully comprehend all facility labeling processes.
• Ability to navigate busy, high-traffic warehouse environments with precision.

Important Notes

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

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive affordable 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. To learn more, check us out at www.carpenter.com.