Warehouse Material Handler - Forklift & Inventory

Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc.; Vacaville, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits day 1

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Paid holidays

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Discount programs

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Material Handler to ensure accurate inventory control and safe handling, movement, storage, and staging of materials in a warehouse and manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with production, materials, and shipping teams to support on-time delivery and product integrity.

The role emphasizes customer-centric material handling, following standard work, and promoting safe, efficient operations while maintaining accurate records and supporting

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience in manufacturing, distribution, materials handling, or inventory control required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain company-issued motorized equipment certification.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate work-related information in English as required for safety, quality, and job performance.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.
• Ability to work safely and follow established safety procedures at all times.
• Ability to meet productivity and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other motorized material-handling equipment in accordance with company policies and training.
• Perform accurate order picking, staging, loading, and unloading of materials for production and shipment.
• Ensure proper placement, storage, and rotation of inventory to maintain inventory accuracy and material integrity.
• Build quality crates and carefully load materials to prevent damage during storage and transportation.
• Stage materials in preparation for shipment and production use.
• Unload and load trailers and flatbeds using appropriate equipment and safe work practices.
• Set up materials and racks to support production needs.
• Perform daily preventive maintenance and safety inspections on forklifts and material-handling equipment.
• Change batteries and gas tanks on forklifts and report equipment maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow established housekeeping and cleanup standards.
• Identify material, equipment, or safety issues and communicate concerns promptly.
• Assist with training and supporting co-workers as assigned.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, efficiency, and standard work.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and a respectful workplace.
• Perform other job-related duties consistent with training, experience, and business needs, in compliance with applicable labor and safety laws.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Motorized equipment certification

Job description

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Material Handler to ensure accurate inventory control and safe handling, movement, storage, and staging of materials in a warehouse and manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with production, materials, and shipping teams to support on-time delivery and product integrity.

The role emphasizes customer-centric material handling, following standard work, and promoting safe, efficient operations while maintaining accurate records and supporting