Production Associate 3 - Glass Cutter - 3rd 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 while helping the plant safely produce quality products, minimize waste and cost, and deliver products to customers on time. The role requires maintaining material flow throughout the plant, working with urgency, and meeting established production rates based on customer demand and standardized operations.

The associate may work in various positions and departments, use hand and power tools, assemble and pack products, monitor quality and inventory, follow standard work and safety procedures, and support continuous improvement. The role also involves identifying and communicating problems, helping train coworkers, overseeing multiple workstations, and performing other plant duties as directed by supervision or management. The position is permanent and on the third shift.

Requirements

• Ability to read a tape measure and interpret fractions and decimals.
• At least minimum word and number recognition and ability to use visual cues.
• Ability to operate power tools with dexterity and understand basic operation, including when to change PPE.
• Ability to identify hazards and understand station-specific safety hazards, protocols, and 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/CTQ.
• Effective communication skills, including active listening, explaining clearly and accurately, asking questions, and sharing important information.
• Time management skills and awareness of cycle times.
• Ability to perform addition and subtraction, including with fractions and decimals.
• Ability to access and navigate a computer system and identify downloads.
• Ability to perform root-cause problem solving.
• Dependability and consistent punctuality; attention to detail.
• Ability to recognize profiles and shapes and compare them with sample drawings.
• Ability to train operators and lead.
• Ability to interpret and understand schedule adherence and manage line flow.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including metatarsal shoes, arm guards, ear protection, and safety glasses.
• 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 comply with company policies and procedures, including safety regulations, and follow supervisors’ instructions.
• Problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and initiative.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma is preferred, not required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma.
• Knowledge of WTS Paradigm and various ERP functionality.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand tools as required; 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.
• Meet established production rates 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.
• Maintain material and line flow throughout the plant.
• 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 interpret and understand schedule adherence.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits starting on the first day of work.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time team members starting on day one.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability (LTD) and short-term disability (STD).
• 401(k).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive pay.
• Inclusive, collaborative environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed