Production Associate II - 1st Shift

Job Description

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 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:

• 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

• 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

• Ability to read a tape measure 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 referencing Standard work instructions
• Knowledge of product defects specifically to their workstation
• Quality recognition in station quality requirements/CTQ
• Communicate effectively by actively listening, explaining clearly & accurately, asking questions, sharing important info.
• Time management and aware of cycle times
• Ability to perform math by adding numbers, subtracting, including fractions and decimals
• Interface with a computer system by accessing, navigating, identifying download
• Stand for 8 to 10 hours using good posture and repetitive motion
• Problem solving using root cause analysis
• Dependability being on time consistently
• Profile recognition ability to recognize shapes and compare to sample drawing
• Monitor inventory by adhering to min‑max levels (WIP) utilization of scrap
• Record keeping being accurate, timely, legible/scrap
• 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 hot & cold environment is required
• Be able to work extended hours and weekend 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 is 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

• 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 –…