1st Shift Material Handler

1st Shift Material Handler

The 1st Shift Material Handler is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations by accurately pulling materials, delivering inventory to production lines, maintaining inventory accuracy through cycle counting, and unloading incoming shipments. This position plays a critical role in ensuring materials are available to support the production of windows in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Material Handler must follow all safety procedures, maintain accurate inventory transactions, and work effectively with Production, Shipping, Receiving, and Warehouse teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, inspect, and stage incoming materials and shipments.
• Move raw materials, components, and finished products throughout the manufacturing facility using material handling equipment.
• Stock production lines and workstations to ensure continuous workflow and prevent production delays.
• Maintain accurate inventory by tracking, organizing, and replenishing materials as needed.
• Support shipping and receiving operations, including material verification and documentation.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment when authorized.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements to maintain a safe work environment.
• Identify and report safety hazards, inventory discrepancies, equipment issues, or quality concerns.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and adjust to changing production demands throughout the shift.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and accuracy.
• Collaborate with production, shipping, receiving, and supervisory teams to meet operational goals.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient work areas using good housekeeping practices.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits, and warehouse organization initiatives.
• Demonstrate flexibility in work schedules, including overtime and shift adjustments when required.
• Perform other material handling and warehouse-related duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment with exposure to seasonal temperature changes.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials throughout a shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and adjusted start/end times as production demands require.
• Basic reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, or other material handling equipment.
• Forklift certification or willingness to become certified.
• Experience using inventory systems, handheld scanners, or warehouse management software.
• Experience supporting production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Additional Information

Our Location: 9001 Ambassador Row Dallas, TX 75247

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, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

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.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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