Production Associate - 3rd Shift

About Cornerstone Building Brands

Cornerstone Building Brands, headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, is the largest manufacturer of external building products in North America with over $6 billion in annual revenue and an expansive footprint that includes almost 20,000 employees, operating in +70 manufacturing facilities, supported by a network of +80 distribution and branch office facilities. We have a broad product offering with a well-regarded brand portfolio including the #1 position in windows, vinyl siding, metal accessories, metal roofing and wall systems, and insulated metal panels.

We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

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.

Job Description

About the Role

The Production Associate 2 at Cornerstone Building Brands Aperture Solutions is responsible for various windows & doors assembly operations while ensuring we safely make a quality product and minimize waste/cost, so it can be delivered on time to customers. Also, responsible for working with a sense of urgency while maintaining the flow of material throughout the plant by performing the following duties:

What You’ll Do

• Operate hand tools as required and assemble, lift, pick and pack products
• Support and participate in Employee Engagement activities
• Follow defined clean-up times
• Work in a safe manner and follow safe work practices and policies
• Follow an established rate as defined by customer demand and standardized operations
• Participate in defining and improving standard work to improve quality windows for customers
• Identify problems; communicate issues
• Assist with training co-workers
• Support a respectful workplace
• Perform other duties across the plant as needed as directed by supervision or management

What You’ll Get

• Healthcare benefits starting on your first day of work
• Competitive pay
• Inclusive, collaborative environment
• Bragging rights – you’ll work for the market leader in multiple product categories
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Employee discount programs

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

• Ability to read a tape measure as well as read and interpret fractions and decimals
• Ability to read at least minimum word and number recognition/visual cues
• Operate power tools with dexterity, basic operations, and knowing when to change PPE
• Identify hazards while understanding station knowledge of safety hazards/protocols/PPE
• Variations – knowledge of measurement standards and tolerances
• Follow instruction and Standard Work while frequently referencing Standard work instructions
• Knowledge of product defects specifically to their workstation
• Quality recognition in station quality requirements/CTQ
• Communicate effectively by actively listening, explaining clearly & accurately, asking questions, and sharing important information
• Time management and awareness of cycle times
• Ability to perform math by adding numbers, subtracting, including fractions and decimals
• Interface with a computer system by accessing, navigating, identifying downloads
• Stand for 8 to 10 hours with good posture and repetitive motion
• Problem solving using root cause analysis
• Dependability and punctuality
• Ability to recognize shapes and compare to sample drawings
• Monitor inventory by adhering to min-max levels (WIP) and utilizing scrap
• Record keeping: accurate, timely, legible
• Ability to wear required PPE – metatarsal shoes, arm guards, ear protection, and safety glasses
• Be dependable/punctual and detail oriented
• High school diploma preferred
• Ability to bend, squat, twist,…