Material Handler, 1st Shift

OWENS CORNING

7220 US Highway 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357

Material Handler (Forklift Operator)

BE PART OF OUR DIFFERENCE

Owens Corning, global in scope - human in scale.  We’re an international company, with solid roots in Stokesdale, NC, and we’ve got opportunities for a few dynamic people to join our local team.   

WHAT WE OFFER:

Competitive compensation and a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k, liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program – and more.

Work Location & Shifts:
7220 US Highway 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357

4:45AM – 3:15PM Monday-Thursday; OT as needed 

Pay:   The hourly pay rate for this position is $19.60 + benefits. This information is specific to Stokesdale, NC and may not be applicable to other locations. 

What your day in this role might involve at OC-Stokesdale:

The primary purpose of this position is to safely provide materials to machine centers to maximize efficient plant operations.

• Obtain a forklift certification
• Follow all forklift rules and safety regulations
• Keep all doorways, aisles, electrical panel boxes, and fire extinguishers clear at all times
• Make sure all trash is dumped at least daily or more often as necessary
• Notify the supervisor of any damage to the forklift or buildings immediately
• Make sure all units are tagged and banded securely before placing material in bays
• Learn all RF and QAD functions related to material handling and demonstrate ability to use these functions
• Perform end of shift work center audits and notify supervision and inventory control of issues
• Properly carry loads at a safe speed per forklift training and signoffs
• Maintain safety around pedestrians and work center personnel
• Perform required maintenance checks in the required intervals
• Keep bays at least 18 inches away from wall and maintain a 3-foot aisleway between warehouse bays
• Keep bays of material in order and organized and safe
• Perform necessary housekeeping duties to keep the warehouse neat and organized by 5S standards and standard work
• Maintain good communication with other lift drivers on common, as well as off shifts

What makes a successful OC Stokesdale team member:

Must haves include…

• High School Diploma or GED and be at least 18 Years Old
• Able to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Able to read a tape measure
• Able to pass a written exam and driving test for forklift
• Able to work independently, while maintaining material availability to work centers
• Good hand eye coordination and mechanically adaptable to use forklift controls

Would be terrific if you also had…

• Preferably one year experience in a manufacturing setting

There are some essential physical requirements specific to our work environment, including being able to:

• Perform frequent hand, wrist, and arm motions and capable of sitting on forklift for the entire 10-hour shift, including getting on and off the forklift multiple times each shift
• Walk, bend, twist, stoop and lift approximately 35 lbs.
• Withstand heat up to 95 degrees
• Be exposed to wood dust and aluminum with no factors or hazards present to a disagreeable extent

Our people and products make the world a better place.  Help us accomplish great things in Stokesdale!

About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com. 

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.