Production Associate 1st Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

PTO and paid holidays

401k

Training and professional development

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands in Houston is seeking a manufacturing associate to set up and operate heavy machinery for cutting, punching, forming, and processing parts. You will read blueprints, select materials, and ensure quality while following safety rules.

The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work 8–12 hour shifts with overtime based on demand. The position emphasizes continuous improvement, effective communication, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of related work experience in manufacturing or comparable environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience with hand tools, wrenches, banding equipment and nail guns.
• Able to read a tape measure.
• Forklift experience a plus / trainable on forklift.
• Crane experience a plus / trainable on crane.
• Flexible with overtime and weekends when needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate heavy machinery and related gauges to perform cutting, punching, forming, blocking, and processing operations.
• Produce quality-building parts with knowledge of production techniques.
• Follow safety rules and precautions in a manufacturing environment.
• Operate computerized equipment and material handling equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance, adjustments, and lubrication on equipment and tools.
• Mark part numbers and tags to help locate parts for customers.
• Interpret blueprints and select correct materials.
• Support continuous improvement in the work area.
• Stand/walk 8–12 hours daily.
• Handle materials repetitively and in awkward positions.
• Climb on/off equipment and ladders.
• Work in varying and extreme conditions (hot, cold, rain, sun).

Skills

Good communication skills

Tape measure reading

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Wrenches

Banding equipment

Nail guns

Measuring gauges

Forklift (trainable)

Crane (trainable)

Job description

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Base pay rate is $17.00 per hour

1st Shift: 6:00AM - 2:30PM, hours may vary depending on operations

The shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours long depending on work orders for the day and season of the year.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and operate heavy machinery and related gauges to perform various cutting, punching, forming, blocking, and processing operations
• Knowledge of production techniques and have the ability to produce quality-building parts
• Knows and understands all safety rules and precautions necessary for working in and about a manufacturing environment
• Ability to operate computerized equipment and material handling equipment
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, adjustments, and lubrication on equipment and production tools as required to maintain proper operation
• Mark part number, order number, number of pieces on parts. Attach identification tags as required for customer to have the ability to locate correct parts
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, andother technical data and select correct raw material or semi-finished parts
• Maintains continuous improvement practices in work area
• Standing and walking 8-12 hrs. every day
• Repetitive material handling. Some in awkward body positioning.
• Repetitive climbing on and off of equipment and ladders
• Varying and extreme working conditions inside and outside (Hot, Cold, Rain, Shine)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• A minimum of one year of related work experience in manufacturing or comparable work environment
• Good Communication Skills
• Basic Computer Skills
• Experience with hand tools, wrenches, banding equipment and nail guns
• Able to use of measuring gauges
• Able to read a tape measure
• Forklift experience a plus / Must be trainable on forklift
• Crane experience a plus / Must be trainable on crane
• Flexible with working overtime and weekends when needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist

Additional Information

Site Address:7301 Fairview St. Houston, TX 77041

This is a position with the potential overtime. The shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours long depending on work orders for the day and season of the year.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where welive, 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.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.