SUMMER STUDENT PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES - Contract | May – August

Cornerstone Building Brands • St. Thomas, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

North Star Windows & Doors is seeking enthusiastic college and university students to join our Production Team for the summer. These are full-time, contract positions running from May to August, offering valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing setting. As a Summer Student Production Associate, you will play a crucial role in supporting daily production and manufacturing operations, working collaboratively with the team to achieve targets for quality, safety, and performance.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program
• Available to work full-time for the entire contract period (May – August 21)
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working in a physically active production environment
• Willing to learn, with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Able to stand for a full shift
• Comfortable working in a physically active, safety sensitive production environment; able to lift and maneuver products (30–50 lbs, medium to heavy lifting)
• Manual dexterity and comfort handling materials
• Experience using hand tools and power tools
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately
• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented
• 18 years of age or older and eligible to work in Canada
• Must be available for two-week rotating shifts
• Must be available to work overtime and Saturdays when required

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in general labour, construction, or manufacturing is preferred

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fabricate, and inspect windows and doors to meet quality standards and specifications
• Review work orders and prepare materials for production
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, saws, pneumatic tools, welding equipment, and automated machinery
• Inspect finished products and report defects or quality concerns
• Prepare products for shipment, including packing, labeling, and loading
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute ideas to improve safety, quality, and efficiency
• Support production goals and team performance targets
• Follow leadership direction and verify quality through measurement
• Adhere strictly to safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Work respectfully and collaboratively as part of a team

Benefits

• Vacation pay – 4% paid out on each cheque
• Competitive and tangible rewards that provide fair compensation relative to expectations and effort including base earnings, benefits for you and your family, and contributions toward your retirement savings
• Additional performance-based compensation depending on your role
• Competitive vacation time and flexibility in work schedules and location consistent with your role
• Resources and support to help you manage your personal wellness

What This Job Offers

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