Warehouse Associate (Crate Builder)

Cornerstone Building Brands; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading construction firm in West Virginia is seeking a Warehouse Associate responsible for assisting in daily warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will have a good work history, physical capability to lift heavy items, and basic mechanical skills. The role includes various tasks such as crating products, unloading trucks, and performing quality checks on shipments. This position offers competitive pay starting at $18.00 per hour and comprehensive benefits from Day 1.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Reliable work history strongly preferred.
• 6 months of distribution/construction/trade experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 86 lbs regularly.
• Willingness to obtain a licence for motorised equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in crating, pulling product, and unloading trucks.
• Load cartons into trucks for shipping stability.
• Build crates from wood products.
• Repair or reseal damaged cartons.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the warehouse.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Good communication skills

Eye/hand coordination

Manual dexterity

Detail-oriented

Tools

Claw hammer

Pneumatic nail gun

Electric skill saw

Pneumatic bander

Job description

Job Details

Base Pay: $18.00 per hour, plus $1.25 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift and $1.00 per hour shift differential for 3rd shift

• 1st Shift: Monday‑Friday, 7 am‑3 pm
• 2nd Shift: Monday‑Friday, 3 pm‑11 pm
• 3rd Shift: Sunday‑Thursday, 11 pm‑7 am

Benefits start Day 1. On Demand Pay (access to your pay when you need it). Weekly Pay.

Duties and Responsibilities

Associate assists in the warehouse by crating, pulling product, and unloading trucks. The associate ensures orders are filled accurately for customer satisfaction and that cartons shipped are structurally sound and suitable for sale by visually inspecting cartons, repairing and reboxing as needed.

• Assist with the following aspects of warehouse operation: crating, pulling product, and unloading trucks
• Load loose cartons into trucks to ensure stability during shipment
• Collect wood product for the set‑up and construction of crates
• Build crates from wooden materials around cartons of product in preparation for shipment by flatbeds
• Repair or reseal damaged cartons, or rebox product when necessary
• Consolidate all accessory and siding products on storage racks when needed
• Perform daily preventive maintenance and safety checks on motorised equipment
• Perform warehouse maintenance and housekeeping
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required
• Attend scheduled staff meetings with Distribution Supervisor, if necessary
• Perform basic duties of Warehouse Associate 2 at times, based on ability and experience
• Maintain an accurate time card daily and calculate weekly totals
• Actively participate in all plant safety programs, depending on location

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Reliable work history strongly preferred
• 6 months of distribution/construction/trade experience (carpentry, painting, etc.) strongly preferred
• Mechanical aptitude helpful
• Basic knowledge of shipping process helpful
• Must have good eye/hand coordination, excellent manual dexterity, and an ability to read and comprehend numbers
• Must be able to lift up to 86 lbs on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist and team‑lift 87‑100 lbs
• Must be detail‑oriented, possess good communication skills, and interact well with others
• Must be able to separate product by profiling color
• Warehouse environment with exposure to equipment noise, temperature extremes, and dust
• Position requires continual lifting, twisting, and bending
• Must be proficient in the use of a claw hammer, pneumatic nail gun, pneumatic bander, and an electric skill saw
• Safety glasses and ear plugs must be utilized as instructed
• Must be willing to obtain a licence to operate motorised equipment
• If applicable, may need to be certified to operate a crane
• Safe work performance is required from each associate at all times
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a safe manner in accordance with applicable Health and Safety manuals
• Required to wear or use personal protective equipment as applicable and to immediately report unsafe working conditions
• Comply with all legislative requirements as outlined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
• Additionally, the proper discharge of safety responsibilities is an integral part of each associate’s performance appraisal
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Additional Information

Site Address: 91 Variform Drive, Martinsburg, WV 25403

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, 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. We comply with the Equal Employment Opportunity Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and any related statutes and regulations. For additional information, please contact Human Resources at 281‑897‑7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone‑bb.com. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disabilities prevent them from applying online.

Legal Notices

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Note to External Recruiters

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