Production Associate II - 1st Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands•Welcome, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate II at Cornerstone Building Brands Aperture Solutions performs various window and door assembly operations. The role supports safe, quality production while minimizing waste and cost and helping ensure on-time delivery to customers. Associates work with urgency and maintain material flow throughout the plant. The position involves assembly, lifting, picking, packing, operating hand and power tools, following standardized work and safety practices, and working across positions and departments as needed. The role is based at 300 Welcome Center Blvd, Lexington, NC 27295, pays $17 per hour, and is designated as a first-shift position.

Requirements

Ability to read a tape measure and interpret fractions and decimals.
Ability to read at least minimum word and number recognition and use visual cues.
Ability to operate power tools with dexterity, perform basic operations, and know 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 while frequently referencing work instructions.
Knowledge of product defects and workstation-specific quality requirements and 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 with fractions and decimals.
Ability to interface with a computer system, including accessing, navigating, and identifying downloads.
Ability to perform root-cause analysis and problem solving.
Ability to recognize shapes and compare them with sample drawings.
Ability to monitor inventory by adhering to work-in-process minimum and maximum levels.
Ability to wear required PPE, including metatarsal shoes, arm guards, ear protection, and safety glasses.
Dependability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
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.
Ability to perform repetitive motions and stand for long periods.
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 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, policies, and required PPE protocols.
Meet 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 duties across the plant as directed by supervision or management.
Work in various positions and departments as needed, including cross-training.
Follow supervisor instructions and company policies and procedures, including safety regulations.
Maintain material flow and monitor work-in-process inventory according to minimum and maximum levels.
Record scrap accurately, legibly, and on time.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits starting on the first day of work.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on the first day for full-time team members.
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.