SUMMER STUDENT PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES - Contract | May – August ( Extrusion Afternoon shift)

Cornerstone Building Brands; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 30,651 - 30,996; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay of 4% on each cheque

Straight Afternoon Shift

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is hiring a Summer Student Production Associate in St. Thomas, Ontario. In this role, you will support daily operations by assembling and inspecting windows and doors while adhering to safety and quality standards. You will work full-time from May to August, with a starting pay of $22.25/hour and the potential for overtime. Ideal candidates are reliable and eager to learn, with some experience in a physical production environment. Afternoon shifts from 3 PM to 11 PM are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in general labor, construction, or manufacturing is preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and eligible to work in Canada.
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fabricate, and inspect windows and doors.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and machinery.
• Support production goals and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

General labor experience

Comfortable working in a physically active environment

Experience using hand tools and power tools

Ability to lift and maneuver products

Education

Currently enrolled in a college or university program

Job description

Job Description

As a Summer Student Production Associate, you will support daily production and manufacturing operations, working collaboratively to meet quality, safety, and performance targets.

Contract Details

• Contract duration: May – August 21
• Starting rate: $22.25/hour (Increase: $22.50/hour after 3 months)
• Afternoon shift premium: +$1.00/hour
• Hours: 40–48 hours per week
• Overtime: Paid after 42 hours
• Vacation pay: 4% paid out on each cheque
• Schedule: Straight Afternoon
  • Afternoon Shift: 3PM - 11PM
• Overtime & Saturday shifts: May be required based on business needs

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Assemble, fabricate, and inspect windows and doors to meet quality standards and specifications
• Review work orders and prepare materials for production
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, saws, pneumatic tools, welding equipment, and automated machinery
• Inspect finished products and report defects or quality concerns
• Prepare products for shipment, including packing, labeling, and loading
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute ideas to improve safety, quality, and efficiency
• Support production goals and team performance targets
• Follow leadership direction and verify quality through measurement
• Adhere strictly to safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Work respectfully and collaboratively as part of a team

What We’re Looking For

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program
• Available to work full‑time for the entire contract period
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working in a physically active production environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in general labour, construction, or manufacturing is preferred
• Willing to learn, with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Able to stand for a full shift
• Comfortable working in a physically active, safety sensitive production environment; able to lift and maneuver products (30–50 lbs, medium to heavy lifting)
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn
• Manual dexterity and comfort handling materials
• Experience using hand tools and power tools
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately
• Safety‑conscious and detail‑oriented
• 18 years of age or older and eligible to work in Canada
• Must be available for two‑week rotating shifts
• Must be available to work overtime and Saturdays when required