Extrusion Associate

Company: Cornerstone Building Brands
Location: Bryan
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Our Ply Gem Plant is hiring 25+ positions! Starting at $15.00 per hour, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shifts available with extra $1.00 for 2nd and 3rd Shift Differential, Bonus of $1000! Interviewing now! Our address is 615 W Carson St, Bryan, TX 77801 - Walk-in today to Apply! Ply Gem Windows & Doors is now a part of Cornerstone Building Brands! The nation's leading vinyl window and door manufacturer. Ply Gem makes windows that provide builders, architects, and homeowners with energy efficient, low maintenance solutions that add beauty and charm to any home and this is why great building solutions start with you! As a Cornerstone Building Brands employee, you'll have an opportunity to positively impact our organization every day and gain valuable knowledge and insight in collaboration with a team of experienced peers. In short, the Cornerstone Building Brands Difference is YOU! Why work at Ply Gem Windows & Doors? * $1000 Bonus after 90 days for all new hires! * Hourly Employees are eligible for $1000 Employee Referral Bonus Program * A culture that supports work-life balance * Weekly Pay * An environment where collaboration is key * Volunteer opportunities - on company time * Career training, development and progression planning Shift Days & Hours Options Vary by need: 1st Shift: All 1st Shifts are $15.00 per hour * 6:30AM - 3:00 PM (Pack or Paint Lines) * 7:00AM - 3:00 PM (Press Line) 2nd Shift: All 2nd Shifts are $15.00 per hour + $1.00 Shift Differential * 3:00PM - 11:00PM (Pack or Paint Lines) 3rd Shift: 3rd Shifts are $15.00 per hour + $1.00 Shift Differential * 11:00PM - 7:00AM (Press Line) JOB SUMMARY: Associate visually inspects extruded product for consistent appearance and length according to defined standards. Associate ensures product consistency and standards including but not limited to proper counts, packing patterns, and labels. Associate maintains paperwork as required. Performs on line quality inspections. Operates packaging equipment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Visually inspect extruded product for appearance and size defects according to specifications. * Conduct recurrent tests/inspections of products' functional features (visual appearance, edge seal quality, squareness, length and thickness). * Notify appropriate personnel (Extrusion Associate 3s, 4s, 5s, Manufacturing Shift Supervisor) of product defects. * Ensure proper packing patterns, product counts, and package enclosures. * Discard unacceptable product in Scrap Rack. * Identify product that is jammed up in production line and assist as necessary. * Identify that line is going down and assist as necessary. * Assist with product changes. * Perform line shut down tasks. * Communicate with previous and following shifts' Extrusion Associates about product quality, problems, and status of work in progress. * Perform housekeeping duties as needed such as cleaning up of saws and packaging equipment. * Complete accurately and legibly all line paperwork. * Notify Extrusion Associate 3, 4 or 5 (Operators) of alarm from Ink Jet Printer * Punch time clock before and after shift to record time worked. * Observe health and safety practices. * Perform other related duties and assignments as required. OTHER FUNCTIONS: * Maintain supplies at workstation. * Communicate with Powered Industrial Truck Operator to move full units or scrap. * Assist with training of temporaries and new hires in Extrusion Associate 1 positions. * Float to relieve other Extrusion Associates for breaks. * Attend weekly shift meetings and monthly All Hands Forum, if required. * Actively participate in all plant safety programs, depending on location. * Notify Supervisor if proper tools are not furnished to complete job functions. * Assist with production equipment maintenance Experience: No experience required. Knowledge: Must be able to read, write and perform basic math skills as job duties require; must be able to read tape measure, micrometer and dial caliper. Mental/Physical/Visual Demands: Must possess common sense, positive attitude, and demonstrate excellent attendance. Must be quality and safety conscious, a team player. Must be able to work quickly with product and be able to lift without assistance up to 50 pounds and with assistance 51-100 pounds, and record information accurately. Must have excellent manual dexterity and be able to concentrate for sustained periods. Must have good communication skills and be able to interact with people. Working Conditions: Extensive standing, frequent bending, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, twisting and walking. Extreme weather conditions. Equipment/Tools Used: Hearing protection, safety glasses, tape measure, gloves, and power saws. Safety: Safe work performance is required from each Associate at all times. Perform all duties and responsibilities in a safe manner in accordance with applicable Health and Safety Manuals. Required to wear or use personal protective equipment as applicable and to immediately report unsafe working conditions. Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Our comprehensive portfolio spans the breadth of the residential and commercial markets, while our expansive footprint enables us to serve customers and communities across North America. Our relentless focus on excellence combined with our ongoing commitment to innovation and R&D has driven us to become the #1 manufacturer of windows, vinyl siding, insulated metal panels, metal roofing and wall systems, and metal accessories. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play. Cornerstone Building Brands is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, protected veteran status, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin. Must be at least 18 years of age to apply. Notice of Recruitment Fraud We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process. Other details * Job Family Manufacturing * Pay Type Hourly Apply Now * Bryan, TX, USA

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