Shipping Team Lead- 2nd Shift

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.

Qualifications :

• 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.  

Additional Information :

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 youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement please contact Human Resources at or 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 or 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 Brands name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for some cases job-seekers are being contacted directly both by phone and 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time