Shipping And Receiving Associate Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

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.

The Lead Loading, Shipping & Receiving Associate serves as the senior-level operational resource within the Shipping and Receiving department. This position performs all responsibilities of the Loader I, Loader II, and Loader III roles while providing day-to-day leadership, work direction, training, and coordination for shipping, receiving, inventory, and loading activities. 

The Lead Associate ensures that shipments are completed accurately, safely, and on schedule while promoting quality standards, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency. This role acts as the primary point of contact for production, transportation providers, and warehouse personnel, and assists the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor in coordinating departmental activities and achieving business objectives. 

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Perform all duties associated with Loader I, Loader II, and Loader III positions. 

• Coordinate daily shipping, receiving, loading, and warehouse activities to ensure customer delivery requirements and production schedules are met. 

• Assign and prioritize workload among department team members based on business needs. 

• Provide training, coaching, and on-the-job instruction for new and existing employees. 

• Monitor employee adherence to safety policies, quality standards, and operating procedures. 

• Act as a departmental subject matter expert for shipping documentation, inventory transactions, and transportation requirements. 

• Review Bills of Lading (BOLs), Load Tickets, shipping paperwork, and receiving documentation for accuracy and completeness. 

• Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, physical inventories, transaction verification, and discrepancy resolution. 

• Communicate with production, customer service, transportation providers, and leadership regarding shipment priorities and operational issues. 

• Troubleshoot loading, shipping, receiving, and inventory-related concerns and escalate issues when necessary. 

• Assist with workforce scheduling, shift transitions, and workflow coordination in partnership with department leadership. 

• Monitor trailer utilization, load quality, shipping accuracy, and overall department productivity. 

• Ensure department equipment inspections are completed and that forklifts and material handling equipment are used safely and effectively. 

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, inventory accuracy, and efficiency. 

• Fill in for the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor during absences as directed. 

• Maintain departmental records, reports, and tracking metrics as required. 

• Support onboarding, cross-training, and employee development efforts. 

• Assist with audits, compliance activities, and customer requirements as needed. 

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Advanced knowledge of shipping, receiving, warehouse, and inventory control processes. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate the work of others in a team environment. 

• Strong understanding of transportation regulations, shipping documentation, and freight processes. 

• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing Bills of Lading (BOLs), Load Tickets, shipping manifests, and receiving documents. 

• Strong forklift, material handling, and loading experience. 

• Working knowledge of inventory management systems and related computer applications. 

• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Effective problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution abilities. 

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing business demands. 

• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, customer service, and operational excellence. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and company ERP systems. 

• Ability to train, mentor, and develop employees.  

Site Address: 305 North Iris Rd, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641

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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected]. 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.

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.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

Notice of Recruitment Fraud

We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.