Lead Materials Day Shift

JOB DETAILS

Pay Range: $25.50 - $28

Shift: 1st Shift, Monday-Thursday, 4:00 am - 2:30 pm, plus overtime based on production needs (frequently scheduled on Fridays and occasionally on Saturdays)

Job Summary

The Materials Lead supports the daily operations of the Materials department by coordinating workflow and providing front-line leadership for material handlers and inventory personnel. This hands-on role helps ensure the timely receipt, movement, storage, and delivery of materials needed to support production while maintaining inventory accuracy, safety, and operational efficiency.

The Materials Lead serves as the primary point of contact for the team during assigned shifts, promoting a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of Material Handlers and other assigned team members to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Assign work, monitor progress, and provide hands-on support across receiving, inventory control, staging, replenishment, and material movement.
• Ensure raw materials, components, and finished goods are accurately received, stored, labeled, and delivered to designated locations.
• Coordinate with Production, Purchasing, Planning, Shipping, and Quality teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow.
• Monitor material availability and proactively address shortages to minimize production downtime.
• Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, transaction verification, and discrepancy resolution.
• Ensure ERP/MRP system transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Train and mentor new employees on material handling processes, equipment operation, safety procedures, and quality expectations.
• Promote and enforce company safety policies, housekeeping standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve material flow, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency through lean manufacturing practices.
• Assist leadership with daily reporting, workforce planning, and departmental communication.
• Provide coaching and constructive feedback to team members while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in shipping, warehouse, or manufacturing operations.
• Prior leadership or team lead experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory control and material flow processes in a manufacturing environment required.
• Window and door manufacturing experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehouse operations, and production material flow.
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules, work orders, and inventory documentation.
• Experience with ERP/MRP or warehouse management systems.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing production demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.

Leadership Competencies

• Cornerstone Building Brands (CBB) Values and Behaviors & Mindsets – Act consistently with CBB’s Values (Safety, Integrity, & Inclusion) and Behaviors & Mindsets (Customer-Centricity, Interconnectedness, Continuous Improvement).
• Leads Transformation – Champion, support, & drive change, managing the impact on people and processes
• Develops People & Builds Teams – Foster a culture of continuous learning, develop talent, and build high-performing teams
• Delivers Results – Prioritizes achieving outcomes without compromising values
• Influences with Impact – Clearly communicates with confidence to drive action and build enthusiasm
• Raises the Bar – Inspires growth by challenging limits and pursuing excellence
• Charts the Course – Focuses on the future and sets a clear direction
• Knows the Business – Exhibits strong business judgment, understands priorities, and acts decisively
• Manages Courageously – Adapts to change and effectively resolves conflict
• Resiliency – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Regular bending, stooping, reaching, and climbing.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels, and exposure to moving equipment.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a manufacturing and warehouse setting where exposure to moving machinery, forklifts, dust, noise, and varying temperatures may occur. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as required.

Success Measures

A successful Materials Lead consistently:

• Maintains a safe and organized work environment.
• Ensures timely and accurate delivery of materials to production.
• Maintains high levels of inventory accuracy.
• Supports efficient receiving, storage, and material flow processes.

• Develops a motivated, well-trained, and accountable team.
• Promotes cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

This position combines hands-on operational responsibilities with front-line leadership to ensure materials are available where and when they are needed to support safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations.

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. 

*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. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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