Extrusion Operator 1st Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands•North Brunswick Township, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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 cornerstonebuildingbrands.com. Under limited supervision, the Extruder Operator will be expected to tend to and operate extrusion machines in a work cell to produce required parts as determined by customer requirements and the production schedule. Clearly understands and has demonstrated strong capability with set-ups, start-ups, running and tearing down any profile tooling in a safe and productive manner. Troubleshoot extrusion issues within a work cell.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Basic computer skills – keyboarding, Windows
Master all skills and knowledge while working as an Extruder Operator
Developing strong process and equipment troubleshooting capabilities
Equipment maintenance experience
Developing leadership skills
Ability to articulate problems and solutions verbally
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and process procedures
Ability and skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Responsibilities

Tend to and operate extrusion machines in a work cell to produce required parts as determined by customer requirements and the production schedule
Analyze production data and make necessary adjustments to operation of machines within the work cell
Move materials in and out of the line as needed; including packaging materials, raw materials, and finished product
Complete necessary documentation; process checks, quality checks, production reporting, etc.
Create labels and wrap loads per standard work. Fill in for lead in signing off loads
Evaluate part conformance against documented product requirements and stack profiles on load
Set-up and start-up any profile for all machines in a work cell
Trouble-shoot advanced problems against a defined process and refer complex problems to appropriate support functions; ie – Technicians and Engineering
Train new Extruder Operators
Identify and communicate appropriately when electrical/mechanical/technical support is needed
Participate and sustain 5S activities
Work in a safe manner and follow safety policies. Make sure co-workers are working safely and following safety policies
Participate in & lead kaizen events and sustain improvements made from those events
Lead work cell when needed
Perform maintenance tasks as necessary
Attend and participate in appropriate training and development programs.
Perform other duties across the plant as needed as directed by supervision or management