Extrusion Inventory and Raw Materials Team Lead

JOB DETAILS

Base pay starts at $26 to $28 per hour

1st Shift:7AM-3:30PM Monday-Friday

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Extrusion Inventory & Raw Materials Team Lead will oversee and coordinate the flow, accuracy, and management of raw materials and inventory within the extrusion department. This includes ensuring the extrusion line has the necessary materials on time, managing inventory accuracy, controlling scrap and losses, and leading a small team of inventory/materials handlers. The role serves as a key liaison between extrusion operations, quality, supply chain, purchasing, and shipping/receiving.

• Ensure raw materials are available and inventory locations are organized, accurate, and optimized for efficient material flow to the extrusion lines.

• Monitor and maintain raw material and WIP inventory levels; communicate potential stock-outs or excesses to purchasing and planning.

• Maintain high inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts, variance reconciliation, and corrective actions.

• Collaborate with extrusion operations, production supervisors, planning, purchasing, quality, and logistics to coordinate material flow, resolve bottlenecks, manage changeovers, and support new product launches.

• Support scrap reduction and material loss initiatives by tracking usage, scrap rates, and idle materials to meet or exceed site targets.

• Implement and sustain 5S, Lean, and continuous improvement practices to enhance organization, efficiency, and safety.

• Maintain accurate ERP inventory records, ensuring timely and correct material transactions, and continuously improve BOM, scrap, and backflush accuracy.

• Partner with maintenance and engineering during tooling or profile changes to ensure materials and tooling are properly staged for production start-ups.

• Track and report KPIs including inventory turns, days on hand, scrap rate, stock-outs, and team productivity.

• Promote a safe, organized work environment consistent with company safety standards and best practices.

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.

• 3-5 years of experience in inventory control, materials management, or manufacturing (extrusion or plastics preferred).

• Prior leadership or team lead experience required.

• Proficient in ERP or inventory management systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and lift up to 50 lbs.

Site Location:1 Silverline Dr.North Brunswick Township, NJ 08902

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 welive, 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 herealong with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here.If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor 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.

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

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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