Production Associate 1 - Glass - 1st shift at Cornerstone Building Brands — Welcome, NC
Full-timeWelcome, NC$16–$16/hourPosted 2026-07-20Apply on SmartRecruiters
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ABOUT THE ROLE
Pay rate $16/hr
The Production Associate 1 employee at Cornerstone Building Brands Aperture Solutions is responsible for various windows & doors assembly operations while ensuring we Safely make a Quality product and minimize waste/ cost, so it can be delivered on time to customers. Also, responsible for working with a sense of urgency while maintaining the flow of material throughout the plant by performing the following duties:
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Operate hand tools as required and assemble, lift, pick and pack products
- Support and participate in Employee Engagement activities.
- Follow defined clean-up times.
- Work in a safe manner and follow safe work practices and policies.
- Must follow and work to an established rate as defined by customer demand and standardized operations
- Participate in defining and improving standard work to improve quality windows for Customers
- Identify problems; communicate issues.
- Assist with training co-workers.
- Support a respectful workplace.
- Perform other duties across the plant as needed as directed by supervision or management
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Ability to read tape measures as well as read and interpret fractions and decimals
- Ability to read at least minimum word and number recognition/Visual Cues
- Operate power tools with dexterity, basic operations, and knowing when to change PPE
- Identify hazards while understanding station knowledge of safety hazards/protocols/PPE
- Variations – having knowledge of measurement standards and tolerances
- Follow instruction and Standard Work while frequently referring Standard work instructions
- Knowledge of product defects specifically to their workstation
- Quality Recognition In station quality requirements/CTQ
- Communicate Effectively by actively Listening, Explain Clearly & Accurately, Ask Questions, Share Important Info.
- Time Management and awareness of Cycle Times
- Ability to wear required PPE – metatarsal shoes, arm guards, ear protection, and safety glasses
- Dependability/punctuality & Detail Oriented.
- High school diploma is preferred.
- Ability to bend, squat, twist, push/pull, reach and stand is required
- Ability to consistently lift at least 50 pounds, 8 to 12 hours a day is required
- Ability to work in a hot & cold environment is required
- Being able to work extended hours and weekends based on business needs is required
- Willing & able to work various positions in various departments (cross-trained) is required
- Perform tasks requiring repetitive motion and stand for long periods is required
- Able to comply with all company policies and procedures, including all safety regulations are required
- Ability to follow Supervisors’ instructions/directions as given is required
- Possess the following skills: problem solving, teamwork, communication and initiative.
- Preferred knowledge of WTS Paradigm and various ERP functionality
COMPETENCIES
- Cornerstone Building Brands (CBB) Values and Behaviors & Mindsets – Act consistently with CBB’s Values (Safety, Integrity, & Inclusion) and Behaviors & Mindsets (Customer-Centricity, Interconnectedness, Continuous Improvement).
- Anticipation – Proactively identify and solve issues before they become problems.
- Problem Solving – ability to determine the cause of the problem; identifying, prioritizing, and selecting alternatives for a solution; and implementing a solution. If necessary, notify the leader for resolution
- Attention to Detail - ability to accomplish/complete a task while demonstrating a thorough concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. This means monitoring and checking work or information, while organizing time and resources efficiently.
- Collaboration – Highly collaborative team player. Partners with others with respect and humility.
- Energy – High positive energy to take on complex business challenges in a fast-paced environment and ability to energize others towards the achievement of business objectives.
Address: 300 Welcome Center Blvd, Lexington, NC 27295
WHAT YOU’LL GET
- Healthcare benefits starting on your first day of work
- Competitive pay
- Inclusive, collaborative environment
- Bragging rights – you’ll work for the market leader in multiple product categories
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous PTO
- Employee discount programs
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