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Machine Operator

Carpenter


Job Location:

Richmond, VA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 24 - 24
Posted: 2 September 2026 (13 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 30 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Manufacturing

Job Summary

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for aMachine Operatorin our Carpet Cushion Department at our Richmond Plant location (2400 Richmond Highway Richmond VA 23234). This position will work on a team at the Carpet Cushion Production Line. This position will operate and monitor industrial machinery to produce high-quality carpet padding according to specifications.

This position is Monday through Friday 1st Shift (6:00am to 2:30pm). Additionally in order to meet production needs all employees in our manufacturing industry are expected to work more than 8-hour shifts and on weekends (if needed).

Compensation for this position is $24.99 per hour. This amount increases at 3 months totaling to $27.22 per hour

Essential Functions

  1. Set up operate and monitor industrial carpet cushion line machinery and equipment
  2. Adjust machine settings to meet product specifications and production requirements
  3. Inspect finished products for quality and report defects or inconsistencies
  4. Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on equipment
  5. Maintain accurate production records and logs
  6. Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment
  7. Meet production targets and deadlines
  8. Communicate issues or equipment malfunctions to team and Supervisor
  9. Must successfully be forklift certified.
  10. Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Must have at least 2 years of experience operating an industrial machine in a manufacturing chemical or production environment
  • Must successfully pass Carpenter Co.s Forklift Certification process

Other Required Skills and Abilities

  • Team Work; Attendance and Punctuality; Dependability; Quality Quantity

    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 that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

    Required Experience:

    IC


    About Company

    Founded in 1950, Carpenter Co. is the world’s largest vertically integrated manufacturer of polyurethane foams.

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