Lead Production Associate

Fortify Building Solutions; Monticello (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits (起

PTO

Paid holidays

FSA

Life insurance

LTD

STD

401k

EAP

Discount programs

Tuition reimbursement

Training

Professional development

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands in Monticello, IA is seeking a Lead Production Associate to guide a production team, ensure safety and quality, and manage daily operations. The role involves supervising machinery, packaging, inventory, and coordinating with maintenance.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED. The position offers full-time hours with benefits starting day one and opportunities for professional development within a safety-conscious manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must oversee production team activities including machinery operation and packaging.
• Uphold safety protocols and quality standards.
• Manage quality control of materials, WIP and finished goods.

Responsibilities

• Guide and oversee the production team’s diverse activities, such as operating machinery, managing production lines, processing materials, packaging products, and organizing inventory
• Maintain rigorous compliance with safety protocols and uphold the highest quality standards
• Oversee quality control by managing policies, processes, and procedures and address any issues with purchased materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods
• Inspire and lead employees to enhance productivity and achieve set production targets
• Cultivate a collaborative team atmosphere; promote open dialogue and teamwork
• Establish and communicate clear team objectives; ensure goals are understood and pursued by the team
• Partner with supervisor to ensure assigned tasks are completed
• Collaborate with production supervisor to manage daily operations; track team performance, report on key metrics, and resolve problems swiftly
• Coordinate with the maintenance department to confirm that all equipment is operational and meets performance standards
• Take on additional projects and responsibilities as assigned by management

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Operational oversight

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job 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 http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Cornerstone Building Brands is a premier exterior building solutions provider serving both the residential and commercial markets across North America. The building products we manufacture are the cornerstone of the communities where people live, work and play from homes to hospitals, grade schools to grocery stores, manufacturing facilities to municipal buildings and beyond.

Through the core values and consistent behaviors and mindsets embraced by our employees, we have built a culture dedicated to understanding our customers' needs and what matters most to their success. We know that it's our people that make the difference and we are deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized, providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members.

SCOPE OF ROLE

The Lead Production Associate position is a professional in charge of guiding, monitoring, and leading a team. They are responsible for motivating their team and inspiring positive communication within the team to work together toward achieving goals.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Guide and oversee the production team’s diverse activities, such as operating machinery, managing production lines, processing materials, packaging products, and organizing inventory
• Maintain rigorous compliance with safety protocols and uphold the highest quality standards
• Oversee quality control by managing policies, processes, and procedures and address any issues with purchased materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods
• Inspire and lead employees to enhance productivity and achieve set production targets
• Cultivate a collaborative team atmosphere; promote open dialogue and teamwork
• Establish and communicate clear team objectives; ensure goals are understood and pursued by the team
• Partner with supervisor to ensure assigned tasks are completed
• Collaborate with production supervisor to manage daily operations; track team performance, report on key metrics, and resolve problems swiftly
• Coordinate with the maintenance department to confirm that all equipment is operational and meets performance standards
• Take on additional projects and responsibilities as assigned by management

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment
• Some knowledge of a manufacturing environment

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

To perform satisfactorily in this position, the employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with certain disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

Site Address: 101 W South St, Monticello, IA 52310

Walk-In-Interview: Thursday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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 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 team members receive medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1
• PTO
• paid holidays
• FSA
• life insurance
• LTD
• STD
• 401k
• EAP
• discount programs
• tuition reimbursement
• training
• 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 here along with This Organizations 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 [e-mail]. 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 [e-mail]. 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.