Lead Production Associate 1st Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a manufacturing team leader in Peachtree City, GA, to manage daily operations, ensure production efficiency, and maintain safety compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing. Full-time roles offer medical, dental, vision benefits, PTO, and professional development opportunities. Apply if you have a high school diploma or GED and a commitment to safety and quality work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of lead and/or leadership experience.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining quality.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work scheduled hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations for assigned production lines.
• Provide direction and training to team members.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Attention to detail

Basic problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Job Details

Starting Pay: $21.00 per hour

Shift: 1st Shift 5:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday (Saturdays based on business need)

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations for assigned production lines or areas.
• Provide direction, guidance, and training to team members in line with established manufacturing policies to meet production requirements.
• Ensure work is performed with a consistent focus on safety, quality, and efficient production.
• Comply with and enforce all company safety policies to ensure accident-free facility, including identifying and correcting machine and work area safety issues.
• Provide direction to all production team members to ensure all key metrics are met accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor line staffing and recommend plans to adjust staffing levels daily to achieve established goals for each line of responsibility, ensuring production levels are met while controlling manpower costs.
• Perform routine line checks several times daily to ensure efficiency and to check on progress of machine, production and personnel.
• Sustain manufacturing methods such as 5S, Problem Solving, Visual Management, Line Organization; ensure compliance with CTQ process and other quality measures.
• Ensure all components and paperwork for next schedule are ready.
• Interact with other shift Team Leaders, Supervisors, Quality Assurance, Production Staff, and Warehouse operations to achieve smooth production runs.
• Work closely with maintenance personnel to ensure all equipment is running at optimal levels for expected output and product quality.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2+ years of lead and/or leadership experience.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Ability to give and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Basic problem‑solving skills and the ability to ask questions when issues arise.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate respectfully with others.
• Commitment to working safely and following all safety rules and procedures.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to work scheduled hours, including overtime as needed.

Benefits

Full‑time team members receive medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401(k), EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

Location

Site Address: 319 Dividend Dr., Peachtree City, GA, 30269

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Minimum Age Requirement

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.