Shipping Forklift Driver

OWENS CORNING

7220 US Highway 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357

Shipping Forklift Driver

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

Monday – Thursday 2:30PM -12:00AM; OT as needed 

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

The primary purpose of this position is to support the shipping of freight in a safe manner while minimizing damage to product to service both production and customers.

• 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.
• Blow forklift out once a week and perform daily checklist.
• Notify supervisor of any damage to forklift, material or buildings immediately.
• Keep bays of material in order and organized and safe.
• Keep bays at least 18 inches away from the wall and maintain proper aisle ways.
• Maintain a safe and organized shipping area and warehouse per Endura 5S standards.
• Make sure all units are packaged for damage free shipping.
• Load and unload units to the Lantech shrink wrap machine and attach cartons to skid labels using RF system. Take material to truck staging areas and keep outgoing shipments organized.
• Load trucks with customer shipments ensuring that all materials are secured to minimize transportation damage to the load and accurately loaded with the correct material.
• Safely and securely load and unloaded trucks.
• Generate appropriate paperwork for outbound shipments, including BOL and packing lists.
• Be able to perform inventory transactions related to shipping.
• This job includes other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

What makes a successful OC Stokesdale team member:

Must haves include…

• HS Diploma or GED
• Able to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Able to read a tape measure
• Able to pass written and driving test for forklift

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:

• Lift 35lbs
• Sit on forklift for the entire shift
• Normal and corrected hearing and vision are essential with manual coordination.
• Climb and descend stairs as needed for the role
• Some walking, bending, twisting and stooping, and lifting approximately 35 lbs.
• Must have good hand eye coordination and be mechanically adaptable to using forklift controls.
• Withstand exposure to temperature extremes; sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable
• 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 branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.