Loading, Shipping and Receiving Associate 3

As a Loading, Shipping and Receiving Associate 3 at Cornerstone Building Brands, your main responsibilities include efficiently loading and unloading shipments, verifying incoming deliveries against purchase orders, and preparing outbound shipments with proper packaging and documentation. You'll also operate material handling equipment, maintain accurate inventory records, and ensure a clean and safe work environment.

To qualify for the Loading, Shipping and Receiving Associate 3 position at Cornerstone Building Brands, candidates should ideally have a high school diploma or GED. Additionally, the job requires physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand or walk for long periods. Experience in using computerized tracking systems and material handling equipment is also beneficial.

The Loading, Shipping and Receiving Associate 3 role at Cornerstone Building Brands is based on a second shift schedule, which runs from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. This schedule allows for flexibility while combining a steady workload in a dynamic environment.

Cornerstone Building Brands values its employees and offers support through comprehensive benefits starting from day one, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, in addition to paid time off, discounts, and professional development opportunities. The company also promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging participation in Employee Resource Groups.

Safety is a priority at Cornerstone Building Brands. As a Loading, Shipping and Receiving Associate 3, you'll be expected to follow established safety procedures, maintain a clean workspace, properly use material handling equipment, and report any safety hazards or discrepancies to your supervisor promptly.

When discussing your experience with material handling equipment, highlight the specific equipment you’ve operated such as forklifts and pallet jacks. Emphasize your safety practices and any training you've received, showcasing your ability to handle tasks efficiently while adhering to safety protocols.

To ensure accuracy when verifying shipments, I check received items against the packing slips and purchase orders diligently. I also make notes of any discrepancies immediately and communicate these to my supervisor, ensuring that inventory records are updated accurately to reflect the current status.

In such a situation, it's important to emphasize your quick response. Describe how you identified the safety issue, took necessary precautions, and reported it to your supervisor. This response demonstrates your commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Maintaining a clean and organized warehouse involves routinely clearing work areas of clutter, ensuring materials are stored in designated locations, and conducting regular inspections. I always prioritize organization in my workflow to help facilitate efficiency and safety.

I believe effective communication is key in a team setting. I engage with my colleagues actively, sharing updates on shipping statuses and assisting where necessary to ensure that we all meet our goals efficiently.

When conducting inventory counts, I prefer to implement a systematic approach, such as counting in smaller sections to avoid confusion. I also cross-check my counts against the computerized inventory system to catch any errors before finalizing the count.

In a fast-paced environment, I prioritize tasks based on urgency and impact. For example, I address shipments that are time-sensitive first while planning the rest of my duties around peak times or based on team needs.

When encountering discrepancies in shipping records, I address them immediately by conducting a thorough investigation. I compare physical inventory with system records, consult with team members, and report findings to supervisors to take corrective action swiftly.

To ensure quality, I conduct checks at various stages of the shipping process. I verify product conditions during packaging and before loading and ensure that all documentation is accurate and complete.

To stay motivated, I set personal goals or challenges for myself, take short breaks to refresh, and remind myself of the importance of each task in contributing to the overall success of the warehouse operations.