Production Associate II - 3rd Shift *

Cornerstone Building Brands; North Carolina; On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Competitive pay

Inclusive, collaborative environment

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands Aperture Solutions is hiring a Production Associate 2 to assemble windows and doors with a focus on safety and quality. You’ll manage material flow and be part of a fast-paced plant environment in Lexington, NC, working across departments as needed.

Ideal candidates have strong math/read tape measure skills, familiarity with PPE and safety protocols, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs while standing 8–12 hours. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to read a tape measure and interpret fractions/decimals.
• Basic word/number recognition and visual cues.
• Operate power tools with proper PPE usage.
• Identify hazards and follow safety protocols/PPE.
• Understand measurement standards and tolerances.
• Follow Standard Work and reference instructions.
• Know product defects related to workstation.
• Maintain quality within CTQ requirements.
• Communicate clearly, listen actively, ask questions.
• Manage time and monitor cycle times.
• Interface with computer systems to access/download data.
• Stand 8–10 hours with good posture and repetitive motion.
• Solve problems using root cause analysis.
• Be dependable and punctual.
• Recognize shapes and compare to samples.
• Monitor inventory using min-max WIP levels; manage scrap.
• Record keeping: accurate, timely, legible.
• Wear required PPE (metatarsal shoes, arm guards, ear protection, safety glasses).
• Follow supervisor instructions and company policies.
• Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and problem solving.
• Knowledge of ERP functionality (WTS Paradigm) preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate hand tools to assemble, lift, pick and pack products.
• Support employee engagement activities.
• Maintain defined cleanup times.
• Work safely and follow work policies.
• Meet established rates per customer demand and operations.
• Contribute to defining/improving standard work for quality windows.
• Identify and communicate problems.
• Assist with coworker training.
• Support a respectful workplace.
• Perform other duties across the plant as directed.

Skills

Reading tape measure

Fractions & decimals

Read/interpret visual cues

Operate power tools

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

WTS Paradigm

ERP systems

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Pay rate: $17/hr with a $1.00 per hour shift differential

The Production Associate 2 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 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, Explain Clearly & Accurately, Ask Questions, Share 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 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 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.

Site Address: 195 Welcome Center Blvd, Lexington, NC 27295

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
• 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

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 here along with This Organizations 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.

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

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.