Production Associate 1 - Glass - 3rd shift

Cornerstone Building Brands; Welcome (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits starting day 1

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Production Associate 1 - Glass for the 3rd shift in Welcome, NC. The role involves assembling windows and doors, lifting up to 50 pounds, and following safety and quality standards.

You’ll read measurements, use hand and power tools, and participate in keeping the line efficient. Applicants should be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed, maintain pace with customer demand, and collaborate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read tape measures and interpret fractions/decimals.
• Read and interpret word/number cues.
• Operate tools safely and use PPE appropriately.
• Identify hazards and follow safety protocols.
• Work to standard work instructions and maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand tools and assemble, lift, pick and pack products.
• Support employee engagement activities and follow cleanup times.
• Work safely and adhere to defined rates set by customer demand.
• Identify issues, communicate problems and assist training of coworkers.
• Cross-train across departments and maintain plant flow as directed.

Skills

Read tape measures

Interpret fractions/decimals

PPE compliance

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High school diploma preferred

Tools

WTS Paradigm

ERP functionality

Job description

Production Associate 1 - Glass - 3rd shift

United States, North Carolina, Welcome

Aug 04, 2026

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Pay rate $16/hr with a $1 shift differetial

The Production Associate 1 employee at Cornerstone Building Brands Aperture Solutions is responsible for various windows & doors assembly operations while ensuring we Safely make a Quality product and minimize waste/ cost, so it can be delivered on time to customers. Also, responsible for working with a sense of urgency while maintaining the flow of material throughout the plant by performing the following duties:

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Operate hand tools as required and assemble, lift, pick and pack products
• Support and participate in Employee Engagement activities.
• Follow defined clean-up times.
• Work in a safe manner and follow safe work practices and policies.
• Must follow and work to an established rate as defined by customer demand and standardized operations
• Participate in defining and improving standard work to improve quality windows for Customers
• Identify problems; communicate issues.
• Assist with training co-workers.
• Support a respectful workplace.
• Perform other duties across the plant as needed as directed by supervision or management

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Ability to read tape measures as well as read and interpret fractions and decimals
• Ability to read at least minimum word and number recognition/Visual Cues
• Operate power tools with dexterity, basic operations, and knowing when to change PPE
• Identify hazards while understanding station knowledge of safety hazards/protocols/PPE
• Variations - having knowledge of measurement standards and tolerances
• Follow instruction and Standard Work while frequently referring Standard work instructions
• Knowledge of product defects specifically to their workstation
• Quality Recognition In station quality requirements/CTQ
• Communicate Effectively by actively Listening, Explain Clearly & Accurately, Ask Questions, Share Important Info.
• Time Management and awareness of Cycle Times
• Ability to wear required PPE - metatarsal shoes, arm guards, ear protection, and safety glasses
• Dependability/punctuality & Detail Oriented.
• High school diploma is preferred.
• Ability to bend, squat, twist, push/pull, reach and stand is required
• Ability to consistently lift at least 50 pounds, 8 to 12 hours a day is required
• Ability to work in a hot & cold environment is required
• Being able to work extended hours and weekends based on business needs is required
• Willing & able to work various positions in various departments (cross-trained) is required
• Perform tasks requiring repetitive motion and stand for long periods is required
• Able to comply with all company policies and procedures, including all safety regulations are required
• Ability to follow Supervisors' instructions/directions as given is required
• Possess the following skills: problem solving, teamwork, communication and initiative.
• Preferred knowledge of WTS Paradigm and various ERP functionality

COMPETENCIES

• Cornerstone Building Brands (CBB) Values and Behaviors & Mindsets - Act consistently with CBB's Values (Safety, Integrity, & Inclusion) and Behaviors & Mindsets (Customer-Centricity, Interconnectedness, Continuous Improvement).
• Anticipation - Proactively identify and solve issues before they become problems.
• Problem Solving - ability to determine the cause of the problem; identifying, prioritizing, and selecting alternatives for a solution; and implementing a solution. If necessary, notify the leader for resolution
• Attention to Detail - ability to accomplish/complete a task while demonstrating a thorough concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. This means monitoring and checking work or information, while organizing time and resources efficiently.
• Collaboration - Highly collaborative team player. Partners with others with respect and humility.
• Energy - High positive energy to take on complex business challenges in a fast-paced environment and ability to energize others towards the achievement of business objectives.

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

WHAT YOU'LL GET

• Healthcare benefits starting on your first day of work
• Competitive pay
• Bragging rights - you'll work for the market leader in multiple product categories
• Generous PTO
• Employee discount programs

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.

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 herealong with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here.If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor 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.