Production Associate 3 - Glass Cutter - 2nd shift

Cornerstone Building Brands; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Professional development opportunities

Generous PTO

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is hiring for a position in Lexington, North Carolina, where you'll operate tools and assemble products. Candidates must have the ability to follow safety protocols and operate power tools while ensuring a respectful workplace.

This role involves teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. A high school diploma is preferred, along with the ability to consistently lift heavy weights. Benefits include healthcare starting on the first day, competitive pay, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate hand tools and power tools.
• Must follow safety protocols and use PPE.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand tools and assemble products.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Support employee engagement activities.

Skills

Ability to read a tape measure

Problem solving

Dependability

Time management

Ability to follow instructions

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Power tools

Computer systems

Job description

Job Details

Starting Pay Rate: $18/hr with $1.00 shift differential.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Ability to read a tape measure 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 referencing Standard work instructions
• Knowledge of product defects specifically to their workstation
• Quality recognition in station quality requirements / CTQ
• Communicate effectively by actively listening, explaining clearly & accurately, asking questions, sharing important info.
• Time management and aware of cycle times
• Ability to perform math by adding numbers, subtracting, including fractions and decimals
• Interface with a computer system by accessing, navigating, identifying download
• Stand for 8 to 10 hours using good posture and repetitive motion
• Problem solving using root cause analysis
• Dependability being on time consistently
• Profile recognition ability to recognize shapes and compare to sample drawing
• Monitor inventory by adhering to min‑max levels (WIP) utilization of scrap
• Record keeping being accurate, timely, legible / scrap
• Ability to train operators
• Ability to oversee multiple workstations
• Ability to interpret and understand schedule adherence
• Manage line flow
• Ability to lead
• 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 hot & cold environment is required
• Be able to work extended hours and weekend 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 is 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 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.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits starting on your first day of work
• Competitive pay
• Inclusive, collaborative environment
• Bragging rights – you’ll work for the market leader in multiple product categories
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Employee discount programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.