Administrative Assistant

Cornerstone Building Brands

California (MO)

On-site

USD 20,664 - 34,440

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive internship compensation package

Hands-on experience

Mentorship from professionals

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of building materials is seeking an Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 at their Ply Gem Windows plant in Auburn, WA. The role involves engineering projects focused on production improvement and quality control. Interns will gain hands-on experience and mentorship while contributing to real-world projects that positively impact business operations. Candidates must be pursuing a degree in Engineering and have strong interest in industrial processes.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in an accredited engineering program.
Experience in manufacturing preferred but not required.
Ability to communicate and engage on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

Create a Standard Work for every position in the plant.
Conduct time studies on every position in the plant.
Create a balance Chart for every line in the plant.

Skills

AutoCad

Inventor

SolidWorks

MS Excel

Engineering

Education

Degree in Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Company Description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low‑rise non‑residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market‑leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi‑channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

Job Description

About the Role

This internship is for Summer 2026. The Engineering Intern at Cornerstone Building Brands is responsible for performing engineering projects related to the continuous improvement of production, production control, and/or quality. Reporting directly to the Production Manager, this role will be on site at our Ply Gem Windows plant in Auburn, WA.

What You’ll Do

Create a Standard Work for every position in plant
Conduct time studies on every position in the plant
Create a balance Chart for every line in the plant

Additional Activities May Include

Creating process flows
Process mapping
Creating layouts
Test equipment design/improvement
Non‑conforming material inspection, auditing and test processes

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled in and pursuing a degree in Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering at an accredited school.
Experience with AutoCad, Inventor, or Solid works will be an advantage
Experience in data interpretation/manipulation via MS Excel preferred
Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred but not required, although a demonstrable interest in industrial processes will be evaluated during the interview process. Students with any level of experience are encouraged to apply.
Interns will work in office and shop floor environments with extended periods of sitting and standing. Must be able to communicate and engage with employees on the shop floor. Must be able to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Must have valid US work authorization.

Additional Information

What You’ll Get

Hands‑on experience working on real‑world projects with direct impact on business operations.
Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field of continuous improvement.
Networking opportunities with colleagues and industry professionals.
Competitive internship compensation package.

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.

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 Organization's Participation in E‑Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for 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.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Notice of Recruitment Fraud

We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job‑seekers for employment. In some cases, job‑seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e‑mail. In 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.

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