Forklift Operator - Night Shift

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 .

Base Pay: $22.50 hourly, plus $1.15 per hourly shift differential

5th Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM on Sunday and Thursday, then 11:00 PM - 11:00 AM on Friday and Saturday. Days off on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

On Demand Pay (Access to Your Pay When You Need It)

The Blender position at Cornerstone Building Brands is responsible for operating and monitoring computerized blending equipment that combines raw materials into compounds used in extrusion. Reporting directly to the Materials Manager, this Grade 2 position maintains batch-to-batch consistency, supports the safe and reliable flow of materials from railcars, silos, hoppers, and totes, and accurately records blend production information.

You will be comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment, using computerized systems, operating powered industrial vehicles, handling material dusts, and completing physically demanding work that includes walking, standing, pulling, lifting, and climbing.

Responsibilities

Ensure consistent raw-material weights and balances when producing extrusion compounds.; Operate and monitor the computerized blending network, analyze output, correct inconsistencies, and maximize production utilization.; Verify that gates, scales, motors, and temperature and AMP gauges are properly sequenced and working.; Move and unload railcars as needed, adjust outflow valves, and complete receiving, releasing, and spotting paperwork.; Stage micro-ingredients, restock upper blend levels and hoppers, and change totes before the end of the shift.; Record shift totals and blend-operation data in BPCS and production spreadsheets.; Perform preventive-maintenance checks, submit work orders, and assist Maintenance as needed.; Operate powered industrial vehicles, including forklifts, and complete required safety and damage inspections.; Maintain clean and orderly control-room, blend-tower, silo, railcar, and work areas.; Perform month-end inventories and actively participate in plant safety programs. Perform Extrusion Associate 1 functions and other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; At least 90 days of demonstrated proficiency in a computer-automated environment; Proficiency in full blend and material handling operations, the ability to perform Material Handling 1 and 2 functions is preferred; A valid driver’s license or medical clearance from a physician to operate a powered industrial vehicle (PIT); Ability to use computerized systems and accurately record weights, inventory, receiving information, and production data; Strong reading and numeric comprehension, communication, organization, manual dexterity, attention to detail, and ability to keep material colors separate; Ability to walk, stand, pull, and lift, move up to 86 pounds independently and 87 to 100 pounds with assistance, and climb a material silo up to 90 feet daily; Ability to work around equipment noise, temperature extremes, and material dusts, use required personal protective equipment, follow safety requirements, and immediately report unsafe conditions; These requirements represent the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.