Production Associate 1 - Cooling Room 1st shift

Cornerstone Building Brands; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits from

PTO and paid holidays

401k and retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Production Associate 1 for the North Brunswick, NJ area. This role involves filling IG units with argon gas, sealing corners, and coordinating with a partner on a fast-paced line.

The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, strong fine motor skills, and ability to follow written instructions. First shift runs 6:45 am to 3:15 pm with full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and stand for the duration of the shift.
• Fine motor skills required for precise spacer placement and alignment.
• Must cross-train and rotate on various workstations within line/complex.
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to comprehend written work instructions, standard work and quality documents.
• Ability to move carts of glass in and out of production areas.
• Ability to work in tandem with another operator.

Responsibilities

• Fill IG units with argon gas using the gas filling machine.
• Fill the gas installation hole with a screw using a powered screwdriver.
• Seal the open corner of the IG unit with butyl.
• Movement of carts in and out of production work area.
• Communicate quality issues observed upstream or downstream of their position.
• Communicate mechanical issues with the machines to leadership or maintenance staff.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Fine motor skills

Teamwork

Quality defect identification

Following written instructions

Production line experience

Job description

Production Associate 1

Base Pay: $17.25 per hour

1st Shift: 6:45 am - 3:15 pm

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Argon/Patching Operator is responsible for the filling and sealing of Insulated Glass (IG) units in the cooling area of the Glass Department. Successful candidates enjoy working in a fast-paced, physically demanding, and repetitive work environment, which includes heavy lifting or working with your hands.

• Consistently hold cycle time of the position
• Fill IG units with argon gas using the gas filling machine
• Fill the gas installation hole with a screw using a powered screwdriver
• Seal the open corner of the IG unit with butyl
• Movement of carts in and out of production work area
• Communicate quality issues observed either upstream or downstream of their position
• Communicate mechanical issues with the machines to leadership or maintenance staff

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and stand for duration of entire shift.
• Must have fine motor skills. Stacking requires precision placement of spacer on the glass units and alignment of 2nd glass lite onto the spacer
• Ability to work in tandem with another operator
• Ability to locate minor quality defects in glass, grids and spacers
• Must cross-train and rotate on various workstations within line/complex.
• Ability to comprehend written work instructions, standard work and quality documents
• Ability to move carts of glass in and out of production areas
• 1 - 3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred

Site Location: 1 Silverline Dr. North Brunswick Township, NJ 08902

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. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

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

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.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.