Production Associate - Woodsurround - SDL​/Casing 1st shift

About the Role

Pay rate: $17/hr

The Production Associate 2 employee at Cornerstone Building Brands Aperture Solutions is responsible for windows and doors assembly operations. The role focuses on delivering a quality product while minimizing waste and cost, ensuring timely customer delivery. The associate works with a sense of urgency to maintain material flow 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 an established rate as defined by customer demand and standardized operations
• Participate in defining and improving standard work to enhance quality windows for customers
• Identify problems and 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 reading skills for minimum word and number recognition/visual cues
• Operate power tools with dexterity, basic operations, and know when to change PPE
• Recognize hazards and understand safety protocols and PPE at the station
• Understanding of measurement standards and tolerances
• Follow instruction and standard work while referencing standard work instructions frequently
• Knowledge of product defects specific to the workstation
• Recognize station quality requirements/CTQ
• Communicate effectively by actively listening, explaining clearly, asking questions, and sharing important information
• Time management and awareness of cycle times
• Perform basic math including addition, subtraction, fractions, and decimals
• Interface with a computer system by accessing, navigating, and identifying downloads
• Stand for 8 to 10 hours using good posture and repetitive motion
• Problem solving using root cause analysis
• Dependability and punctuality
• Profile recognition ability to compare shapes to sample drawings
• Monitor inventory by adhering to min‑max levels (WIP) and utilizing scrap
• Record keeping: accurate, timely, legible, and scrap documentation
• Wear required PPE (metatarsal shoes, arm guards, ear protection, and safety glasses)
• Detail oriented and depandable
• High school diploma is preferred
• Physical ability: bend, squat, twist, push/pull, reach, and stand; lift at least 50 pounds for 8 to 12 hours per day
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends based on business needs
• Cross‑train in various positions and departments
• Perform tasks requiring repetitive motion and standing for long periods
• Compliance with all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations
• Follow supervisors’ instructions and directions as given
• Possess skills: problem solving, teamwork, communication, and initiative
• Preferred knowledge of WTS Paradigm and various ERP functionality

• Cornerstone Building Brands 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 – Determine the cause of a problem; prioritize alternatives; implement solutions; notify leaders when necessary
• Attention to Detail – Accomplish and complete tasks with thorough concern for all areas involved; monitor and check work; organize time and resources efficiently
• Collaboration – Highly collaborative team player; partner with others respectfully and humbly
• Energy – Positive energy to tackle complex challenges in a fast‑paced environment; energize others toward business objectives

• Healthcare benefits starting on day 1 of work
• Competitive pay
• Inclusive, collaborative environment
• Recognition as part of the market leader in multiple product categories
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Employee discount programs

Address: 300 Welcome Center Blvd, Lexington, NC 27295

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.