1st Shift Production Associate — Forklift & Packaging

Cornerstone Building Brands; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands in Houston, TX seeks a Manufacturing Associate to operate forklifts and assist with packaging, loading photos, and documentation on the production floor. Shift options include 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM with potential overtime depending on orders and season.

Safety and quality are emphasized on the shop floor. The role requires at least a high school diploma (or GED) and at least one year in manufacturing, with strong communication and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• A minimum of one year of related work experience in manufacturing or comparable work environment.
• Good Communication Skills.
• Basic Computer Skills.
• Forklift experience a plus / Must be trainable on forklift.
• Crane experience a plus / Must be trainable on crane.
• Flexible with working overtime and weekends when needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist.
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
• Some knowledge of a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Understands and follows safety rules and precautions in a manufacturing environment.
• Assist CPU customers
• Takes loading photos
• Uploads loading photos
• Scans loading documentation
• Assist with location job order on the production floor
• Employs a range of crating and packaging resources, including metal bands and protective coverings, to ensure parts are securely fastened and safeguarded during transport.
• Proficient in operating forklifts and other lifting equipment.
• Responsible for each lift, deciding when to check actual vs maximum allowable trailer load.
• Assists with inventory counts as required
• Maintains practices for continuous improvement within the work area.
• Utilize scanning equipment
• Inspect work visually for defects according to Quality Systems
• Provide cost-saving suggestions and ideas to improve productivity and eliminate waste
• Willing/able to work overtime
• Ability read, write, and follow posted schedules
• May be assigned other projects or tasks by the team leader.

Skills

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Overtime flexibility

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Cornerstone Building Brands in Houston, TX seeks a Manufacturing Associate to operate forklifts and assist with packaging, loading photos, and documentation on the production floor. Shift options include 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM with potential overtime depending on orders and season.

Safety and quality are emphasized on the shop floor. The role requires at least a high school diploma (or GED) and at least one year in manufacturing, with strong communication and basic computer skills.