Forklift Operator-Extrusion 2nd Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid Time Off and paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands in North Brunswick Township is hiring a Forklift Operator. You'll be responsible for efficiently moving materials, loading and unloading shipments, and organizing inventory. A high school diploma or GED and 2-3 years forklift experience are required. Immediate benefits include medical, dental, vision, and paid time off. Join a dynamic team in a safe and organized environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of operating forklift experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds continually.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move materials within the plant.
• Load and unload shipments while following safety protocols.
• Organize storage areas for efficient space utilization.
• Assist with inventory and general warehouse maintenance.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic arithmetic

Safety compliance

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

Base Pay: $20.00

Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM Monday-Friday

Location: 1 Silverline Dr. North Brunswick Township, NJ 08902

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate forklift to receive, deliver, and move materials within the manufacturing plant.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments following safety protocols.
• Verify and process incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Prepare outbound shipments by properly packaging, labeling, and documenting materials.
• Operate material‑handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Organize storage areas to ensure efficient space utilization.
• Move PVC scrap materials from the staging area into the grinder.
• Move full lineal bins from the fabrication to the warehouse staging area.
• Support production lines from shift start to end (handover).
• Receive order lists, incoming radio calls, or in‑person requests for PVC materials.
• Prioritize orders and determine the sequence of delivery.
• Determine when to stop one task and begin another based on production needs.
• Report any discrepancies or damages to the supervisor.
• Assist with general warehouse maintenance, organization, and inventory.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Safely and effectively operate the forklift using both hands and feet, as well as visual and auditory senses.

Experience

• 2-3 years of operating forklift experience.

Knowledge

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification is mandatory.
• Ability to read, write, and speak simple English suitable for a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist.
• Ability to read production tags, paperwork, safety warning labels, and signs.
• Can verbally communicate with coworkers, leads, and supervisors regarding the production process and safety information.
• Proficient in basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division calculations.
• Apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, physically demonstrated, or diagrammed form.
• Ability to prioritize work tasks according to production requirements.
• Knowledge of all safety practices and procedures established by OSHA.
• Broad knowledge of production line mapping, products, and procedures.

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day one.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life insurance, Long‑Term Disability (LTD), and Short‑Term Disability (STD).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

EEO STATEMENT

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

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.