Production Associate - Crater/Floater 1st Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands; Deer Lake (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits starting day 1

Dental benefits starting day 1

Vision benefits starting day 1

PTO

Paid holidays

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Production Associate - Crater/Floater to build crates, package finished goods, and assist across departments at the Orwigsburg, PA facility. The role requires flexibility, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic to meet production goals and quality standards.

The position offers 1st shift hours, overtime possible, and full-time benefits starting day 1, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and more.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Manufacturing, warehouse, or construction experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read a tape measure and follow work instructions.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Dependable with excellent attendance and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble wooden crates, pallets, and shipping containers according to specifications.
• Package and prepare finished products for shipment to prevent damage during transportation.
• Measure, cut, and assemble materials using hand and power tools safely and accurately.
• Verify product quantities and inspect finished products prior to packaging.
• Move materials and finished products throughout the facility using proper lifting techniques or material handling equipment.
• Float between departments as needed to assist with production, packaging, shipping, or other operational tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, quality standards, and work procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Hand and power tools

Teamwork

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market‑leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi‑channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

Job Description

Job Details

Base pay rate is $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

1st Shift Hours: 6:00AM - 2:00PM, Monday - Friday. Overtime may be required based on production demands.

The Production Associate - Crater/Floater is a versatile production team member responsible for building crates, packaging finished products for shipment, and providing support across multiple departments as needed. This position requires flexibility, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic to ensure production goals and quality standards are consistently met.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Build and assemble wooden crates, pallets, and shipping containers according to specifications.
• Package and prepare finished products for shipment to prevent damage during transportation.
• Measure, cut, and assemble materials using hand and power tools safely and accurately.
• Verify product quantities and inspect finished products prior to packaging.
• Move materials and finished products throughout the facility using proper lifting techniques or material handling equipment.
• Float between departments as needed to assist with production, packaging, shipping, or other operational tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, quality standards, and work procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout an 8-hour shift.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 65 pounds.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Must be able to safely operate hand tools and production equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Manufacturing, warehouse, or construction experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read a tape measure and follow work instructions.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Dependable with excellent attendance and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

Site Address: 29 Pinedale Industrial Rd, Orwigsburg, PA 17961

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.

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 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. 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.