TWI Specialist

Cornerstone Building Brands; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

PTO and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement and training

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Training Specialist to develop and sustain structured training programs using TWI JI/JR methodologies. You will coach leaders, support onboarding, and drive continuous improvement across the plant.

Responsibilities include implementing leader standard work, performing audits, and maintaining training records while collaborating with CI, HR, and Operations to align with plant objectives. This role emphasizes safety, compliance, and ongoing development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing or operations.
• Supervisory or training experience recommended.
• Certified in TWI-JI and TWI-JR Courses within 2 months of start.
• Lean principles knowledge (CPS college required for internal candidates).
• Strong facilitation and coaching skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain structured training programs using TWI methods.
• Coach leaders and support onboarding and continuous improvement.
• Audit daily standard work and ensure compliance.
• Maintain training records and report progress to leadership.
• Partner with CI, HR, and Operations to align training with plant objectives.

Skills

TWI-JI

TWI-JR

Leadership coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing or related field

Tools

MS Office

Lean 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

The Training Specialist is responsible for developing and sustaining structured training programs that improve operational performance and employee relations. This role will utilize Training Within Industry (TWI) J-Program methodologies, focusing initially on Job Instruction (JI) and Job Relations (JR). The Training Specialist will assist in the integration of TWI into daily work, including development of leader standard work, training plan attainment, daily improvement, tiered accountability cycles, and onboarding processes. The specialist will coach leaders, support onboarding, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety
  • Promote EHS policies and procedures.
  • Ensure training programs incorporate safety standards.
  • Conduct Walk and Talks to ensure safe work environment.
• TWI Program Deployment and Sustainment
  • Assist in development and maintenance of Job Instruction Breakdowns.
  • Utilize the Job Instruction (JI) four‑steps method to ensure consistent, high‑quality production and steady improvement.
  • Facilitate development of Job Relations (JR) coaching routines in Leader Standard Work to strengthen foundations for good relations.
  • Coach supervisors and leads on applying TWI principles daily.
  • Support leadership in TWI expansion planning cycles
• Auditing and Continuous Improvement
  • Conduct daily standard work audits to verify adherence and identify gaps.
  • Perform WIT audits on compliance and conformance.
  • Use PDCA cycles to improve training effectiveness and process stability.
• Onboarding and Development
  • Support new hire onboarding with structured training plans (TWI).
  • Deliver classroom and hands‑on training sessions in the CBB DOJO.
  • Maintain accurate training records and report progress to leadership.
• Partner with CI, HR, and Operations to align training with plant objectives.
• Periodically review with leadership and update materials to reflect process changes.
• Review and update extended leadership (TWI Managers up to Director level).

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• 3+ years in manufacturing or operations.
• Supervisory or training experience recommended.
• Certified in TWI-JI and TWI-JR Courses within 2 months of start.
• Certified in Job Instruction and/or Job Relations Trainer Development (JITD | JRTD) within 6 months after start in role.
• Knowledge of lean principles (CPS college required for internal candidates).
• Strong facilitation and coaching skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to clearly explain processes and concepts to diverse audiences.
• Facilitation and Coaching abilities to comfortability lead group sessions and one‑on‑ones.
• Attention to detail ensuring accuracy in job breakdowns and training documentation.
• Problem‑solving mindset by using PDCA to improve training effectiveness and operational processes.
• Adaptability to respond quickly to changing production needs and priorities.
• Leadership and influence by building trust and credibility with frontline leaders, plant leadership and extended leaders.

Technical competences with Microsoft and lean tools

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

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 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.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.