Cornerstone Building Brands
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Production Associate 1 - Glass - 1st shift

Pay
$16 per hour
Location
Welcome, NC · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Entry level
Listed
31 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • hand tools
  • quality inspection
  • standard work

Also useful

  • ERP systems

About the Role

Pay rate: $16/hr

The Production Associate 1 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 tape measures 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 referring 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 awareness of Cycle Times

  • 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 a hot & cold environment is required
  • Being able to work extended hours and weekends 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 are 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.
  • Additional Information: Address: 300 Welcome Center Blvd, Lexington, NC 27295
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

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.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

About the Company

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.

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