Production Associate 3 - Glass Cutter - 1st shift

Cornerstone Building Brands•Welcome, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate 3 at Cornerstone Building Brands Aperture Solutions performs window and door assembly operations, helping ensure products are made safely, meet quality standards, minimize waste and cost, and are delivered to customers on time. The role maintains material flow throughout the plant and works with urgency while following customer-demand rates and standardized operations. It may involve working across positions and departments as directed by supervision or management. The associate uses hand and power tools, assembles and handles products, follows safety and quality procedures, supports continuous improvement and employee engagement, and communicates issues. The role also includes assisting with coworker training and may require overseeing multiple workstations and supporting line flow. Work involves prolonged standing and repetitive movements, lifting, and working in hot or cold environments. Extended hours and weekends may be required based on business needs.

Requirements

Ability to read a tape measure and interpret fractions and decimals.
Minimum word and number recognition and ability to use visual cues.
Ability to operate power tools with dexterity, understand basic operations, and know when to change personal protective equipment.
Ability to identify hazards and understand workstation safety protocols and required PPE.
Knowledge of measurement standards and tolerances.
Ability to follow instructions and standard work, frequently referencing standard work instructions.
Knowledge of product defects specific to the workstation and in-station quality requirements/critical-to-quality standards.
Effective communication skills, including active listening, clear and accurate explanations, asking questions, and sharing important information.
Time-management skills and awareness of cycle times.
Ability to perform addition and subtraction, including calculations with fractions and decimals.
Ability to use a computer system, including accessing, navigating, identifying, and downloading information.
Ability to stand for 8 to 10 hours with good posture and perform repetitive motions.
Problem-solving skills, including use of root cause analysis.
Dependability and consistent punctuality.
Ability to recognize profiles and shapes and compare them with sample drawings.
Ability to train operators, oversee multiple workstations, interpret and understand schedule adherence, manage line flow, and lead.
Ability to wear required PPE, including metatarsal shoes, arm guards, ear protection, and safety glasses.
Attention to detail and punctuality.
Ability to bend, squat, twist, push, pull, reach, and stand.
Ability to consistently lift at least 50 pounds for 8 to 12 hours a day.
Ability to work in hot and cold environments.
Ability to work extended hours and weekends based on business needs.
Willingness and ability to work in various positions and departments as a cross-trained employee.
Ability to perform repetitive-motion tasks and stand for long periods.
Ability to follow supervisors' instructions and directions.
Problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and initiative.
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma.
Preferred knowledge of WTS Paradigm and various ERP functionality.

Responsibilities

Operate hand tools as required and assemble, lift, pick, and pack products.
Support and participate in employee engagement activities.
Follow defined cleanup times.
Work safely and follow safe work practices and policies.
Follow the established production rate based on customer demand and standardized operations.
Participate in defining and improving standard work to improve product quality.
Identify problems and communicate issues.
Assist with training coworkers.
Support a respectful workplace.
Perform other plant duties as directed by supervision or management.
Follow standard work instructions and company policies, including safety regulations.
Monitor inventory by adhering to minimum and maximum work-in-process levels and utilizing scrap appropriately.
Maintain accurate, timely, and legible records.
Oversee multiple workstations and help manage line flow as needed.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits beginning on the first day of work, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time team members.
Competitive pay.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Flexible spending account (FSA).
Life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability.
401(k).
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Employee discount programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Training and professional development opportunities.
Inclusive and collaborative environment.