Production Associate II - 3rd Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands•Welcome, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate II at Cornerstone Building Brands Aperture Solutions performs various window and door assembly operations. The role focuses on safely producing quality products, minimizing waste and cost, and helping deliver products to customers on time. The associate works with urgency to maintain the flow of materials throughout the plant and follows customer-demand rates and standardized operations. The position is permanent and assigned to the 3rd shift. Pay is $17 per hour plus a $1 shift differential, totaling $18 per hour. The role includes operating hand and power tools, assembling and handling products, following standard work and safety procedures, identifying quality issues and hazards, and supporting continuous improvement. Associates may assist with coworker training and perform duties across the plant as directed. The work requires prolonged standing and repetitive motion, lifting, and the ability to work in hot and cold environments. Extended hours and weekend work may be needed based on business needs.

Requirements

Ability to read a tape measure and interpret fractions and decimals.
Ability to read with at least minimum word and number recognition and use visual cues.
Ability to operate power tools dexterously, understand basic operations, and know when to change personal protective equipment.
Ability to identify hazards and understand workstation safety hazards, 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 assigned workstation and workstation 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 access, navigate, and identify downloads in a computer system.
Ability to stand for 8 to 10 hours with good posture and perform repetitive motions.
Problem-solving ability, including root cause analysis.
Dependability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
Ability to recognize shapes and compare them with sample drawings.
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.
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.
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 established production rates based on customer demand and standardized operations.
Participate in defining and improving standard work to improve window quality for customers.
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 flow and monitor inventory according to minimum and maximum work-in-process levels.
Record information accurately, promptly, and legibly, including scrap.

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.
Paid holidays.
Flexible spending account.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
401(k).
Employee assistance program.
Employee discount programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Training and professional development opportunities.