Forklift Operator 1st Shift

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Ballinger (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Paid holidays

FSA

Life insurance

401k

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Forklift Operator in Ballinger, TX. The role involves float loading, operating a forklift and overhead crane, and supporting distribution to customers and branch locations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to obtain forklift and crane certification. Prior warehouse experience is preferred, with emphasis on safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to become certified to operate a forklift vehicle and overhead crane.
• Experience in warehouse or similar environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform float loading to optimize loads for delivery coordination.
• Handle materials safely to fulfill orders and business needs.
• Ensure machines and equipment operate properly and are well-maintained.
• Complete orders accurately, timely and without damage.
• Inspect materials, machinery, and tools for quality.

Skills

Pace

Communication

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Education + experience may qualify

Forklift/Crane certification eligibility

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com .

Job Description

Base pay rate is $16.42 per hour

1st Shift: 7:00AM - 4:30PM, Monday - Friday, with potential for overtime

Forklift Operators perform float loading activities to support the distribution of materials to customers and branch locations. In their day-to-day duties, they operate a forklift, overhead crane and construction tools.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform float loading activities to optimize multiple loads for delivery coordination.
• Perform material handling and machine/equipment operation duties in a safe and efficient manner to fulfill customer orders and business requirements.
• Ensure machine and equipment is operating properly.
• Complete orders safely, accurately, timely and without damage.
• Inspect materials, products, machinery, tools and equipment.
• Assist with inventory management activities including daily updates to the ERP system.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Comply with all safety requirements and use applicable personal protective equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, adjustments, and lubrication on equipment and production tools as required to maintain proper operation.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• A combination of education and experience may be qualifying.
• Must be able to become certified to operate a forklift vehicle and overhead crane.
• Education – High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience – Previous experience in a warehouse or similar environment preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Pace – Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication – Effective communication abilities.
• Physical Stamina – Ability to lift and move heavy items, often requiring the use of equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Attention to Detail – Ensuring orders are processed accurately and inventory is managed correctly.
• Organizational Skills – Efficiently organizing stock and maintaining a clean workspace.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting Capacity – Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Mobility – Prolonged periods of time on feet, standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, carrying, grasping, reaching, stooping, crouching, etc.
• Exposure – Moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and non-climate-controlled environment.

Additional Information

Site Address:1913 Hutchings Ave. Ballinger, TX 76821

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here . You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here .If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

Notice of Recruitment Fraud

We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.

By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy apply