Production Associate 2 - 2nd shift - Woodsurround

About the Role

Pay rate: $17/hr plus a $1 shift differential.

The Production Associate 2 employee at Cornerstone Building Brands Aperture Solutions is responsible for various windows & doors assembly operations while ensuring we safely make a quality product, minimize waste and cost, and deliver on time to customers. The role requires working with a sense of urgency while maintaining the flow of material throughout the plant.

• 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
• Follow the 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

• Ability to read a tape measure and interpret fractions and decimals
• Basic word and number recognition and visual cue reading
• Operate power tools with dexterity and know when to change PPE
• Identify hazards while understanding station safety protocols and PPE
• Knowledge of measurement standards and tolerances
• Follow instruction and standard work while frequently referencing standard work instructions
• Knowledge of product defects specific to the workstation
• Quality recognition for station quality requirements and CTQ
• Effective communication skills: active listening, clear explanation, asking questions, sharing important information
• Time management awareness of cycle times
• Basic math: adding, subtracting, fractions and decimals
• Computer system interaction: accessing, navigating, downloading
• Stand for 8‑10 hours using good posture and repetitive motion
• Problem solving via root‑cause analysis
• Dependability: on time, consistently
• Profile recognition ability to compare shapes to sample drawings
• Monitor inventory adhering to min‑max levels and manage scrap utilization
• Accurate, timely, legible record keeping
• Wear required PPE (metatarsal shoes, arm guards, ear protection, safety glasses)
• Dependability and punctuality with detail orientation
• High school diploma preferred
• Physical ability to bend, squat, twist, push/pull, reach, and stand
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds consistently, 8‑12 hours a day
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments
• Willingness and ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Willingness and ability to work in various positions across departments (cross‑trained)
• Perform tasks requiring repetitive motion and stand for long periods
• Compliance with all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations
• Follow supervisors’ instructions and directions
• Skills:
  
  problem solving, teamwork, communication, initiative
• Preferred knowledge of WTS Paradigm and ERP functionality

• Act consistently with Cornerstone Building Brands Values (Safety, Integrity, Inclusion) and Behaviors & Mindsets (Customer‑Centricity, Interconnectedness, Continuous Improvement)
• Proactively identify and solve issues before they become problems (Anticipation)
• Problem‑solving ability to determine causes, prioritize alternatives, and implement solutions
• Attention to detail: complete tasks with thorough concern for all aspects, monitor and check work, organize time and resources efficiently
• Highly collaborative team player; partners with others respectfully and humbly (Collaboration)
• High positive energy to tackle complex challenges in a fast‑paced environment and energize others (Energy)

• 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

300 Welcome Center Blvd, Lexington, NC 27295.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.