Forklift Operator-Extrusion 2nd Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc. is seeking a forklift operator in North Brunswick Township, NJ. Responsibilities include operating forklifts, loading and unloading shipments, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Candidates must have 2–3 years of forklift experience and a high school diploma or GED.

Full-time team members receive comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and PTO. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading manufacturing company.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of operating forklift experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds above shoulder height.
• Must be able to read production tags and safety labels.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move materials throughout the facility.
• Load and unload shipments in accordance with safety protocols.
• Organize storage areas for efficient space utilization.

Skills

Operating forklift

Safety protocols

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jacks

Hand trucks

Job description

Job Description

Base Pay: $20.00

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

Note: Please apply with updated resume to be considered.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operates forklift to receive, deliver, and otherwise move materials between and throughout our manufacturing plant in North Brunswick, New Jersey. The primary tasks are to receive orders from assembly lines and deliver requested materials, and to use a forklift to unload truckloads and move materials around the facility, including metal bins, cardboard gaylords, and scrap and waste generated in the 2nd shift. Must also assist in setting our floor for proper motion, along with supporting the inventory periods of record.

• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments in accordance with 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 the start of the shift to the end of the shift (handover)
• Receive order lists, incoming radio calls, or in‑person requests for PVC materials
• Prioritize orders and determine the sequence of delivery
• Identify 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
• Operate the forklift safely using both hands and feet, as well as visual and auditory senses

Qualifications

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 as appropriate to a manufacturing environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist
• Must be able to read production tags, production paperwork, safety warning labels, and signs
• Must be able to verbally communicate with coworkers, leads, and supervisor regarding the production process and safety‑related information
• Ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division calculations
• Apply common‑sense 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

Additional Information

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

Benefits

Full‑time team members receive medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401(k), EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.