Material Handler

At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact — because every moment matters. Whether you’re starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Why Join CNG?

Employee Ownership: Every employee receives equity shares, enabling you to participate in our company's growth and prosperity.

Work-Life Balance: We support true work-life integration for all CNG employee owners.

Career Growth: Advance your career within our expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs.

Purpose-Driven Work: Help create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect our environment for future generations.

The Role

From machine operators to maintenance technicians to quality inspectors, our teams help protect what matters most—making everyday life safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

Schedule: Work only 15 days per month with our unique rotating 3-4 day schedule

• A- Day Shift: 7:00am - 7:00pm (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday + alternating Saturdays)
• B- Night Shift: 7:00pm - 7:00am (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday + alternating Saturdays)

What You'll Do

• Operate a forklift
• Retrieved boxed resins and deliver to extrusion line
• Scan all materials to the appropriate extrusion line
• Weigh and return boxed resin to inventory locations
• Keep resin bins full
• Communicate all resin/packaging needs and maintain stock inventory in plant
• Keep inventory areas clean and organized
• Unload and put away all raw material deliveries
• Take trash and cardboard waste to appropriate compactor
• Stretch-wrap and label all Finished Goods
• Assist operators in packaging and banding pallets
• Labels scrap and keep scrap area clean and organized
• Inspect finished good packaging
• Load finished goods into transfer trailer.
• Breakdown and organize empty Gaylord containers
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Comply with all AIB and BRC Standards and Standard Operation Procedures

What You’ll Bring

Essential Qualifications:

• Forklift experience required
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with measuring tools
• Strong communication skills and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of plastic extrusion experience
• Basic computer knowledge
• Previous manufacturing experience

Compensation & Benefits 

Starting Salary: 

• Wages ranging from $17.50 per hour, dependent on experience.
• Additional $2.50 per hour night shift differential.

Total Rewards:

• Employee Ownership – Become a company owner day 1!
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire
• Holiday Pay
• Paid vacation 
• 401(k) with company match
• Performance-based bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities across 15+ facilities

Ready to Own Your Future?

Join a team where every voice matters, every contribution counts, and every employee shares in our success.

 Charter Next Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Learn More About CNG:

• Visit our careers page: cnginc.com/careers
• Discover our employee ownership program: cnginc.com/careers/employee-ownership
• See what makes us different: cnginc.com/careers/why-cng

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