Machine Operator 1

Job description

Company Description Cornerstone Building Brands is North America’s leading manufacturer of exterior building materials, offering a broad portfolio of products for residential construction, remodeling, and replacement projects. Backed by this strength, Ply Gem Canada is a growing leader in the Canadian building products industry, delivering innovative, high-quality, and customizable solutions supported by exceptional service. Together, we help build strong communities while empowering our employees to make a meaningful impact, grow their careers, embrace change, and contribute to the continued success of a stable, customer-focused organization.

Job Description Why Join Our Team Our employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on our success while pursuing a wide range of opportunities to meet your personal aspirations for development and advancement within a stable, growing Canadian industry leader. What You Can Expect from our Company

- You Can Capitalize on Your Opportunities and Make an Impact.

- You Will Be Well Rewarded for Your Contributions to Our Success.

- You’ll Work for a Growing Company with an Excellent Reputation in Our Sector for Providing Great Products and Customer Service.

- Competitive and Tangible Rewards That Provide Fair Compensation Relative to Expectations and Effort, Including Base Earnings, Benefits for You and Your Family, and Contributions Toward Your Retirement Savings.

- Competitive Vacation Time and Flexibility in Work Schedules and Location Consistent With Your Role.

- Resources and Support to Help You Manage Your Personal Wellness.

What the Company Expects of our Team

- Bring Yourself Fully to Work Each Day.

- Play Your Role on the Team so Together We Win as One.

- Welcome and Drive Change to Support Our Continued Evolution.

- Help Drive the Success of Our Canadian Business Through Living Our Universal Core Values.

What's in it for you?

- We Offer Competitive Compensation.

- Fast Progression to Top Rates.

- Comprehensive Benefit Package.

- Working Alongside a Diverse, Experienced, and Supportive Team.

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a highly motivated individual with a safety mindset and commitment to growth to join our Production Team.

- Cut and/or process sub-assembly components for windows and/or doors to the defined specifications and quality standards using manual and/or basic production equipment.

- Load, position, fit, unload, and stack materials and components throughout the production process.

- Identify, document, and report quality concerns, production issues, and non-conforming products.

- Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, including inspections, cleaning, lubrication/greasing, and TPM activities.

- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including problem-solving activities, 5S/6S programs, safety audits, and other operational improvement efforts.

- Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to learn new processes and assist in training others as required.

- Perform general housekeeping and routine equipment care to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

- Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and required personal protective equipment (PPE) standards.

- Support team objectives and assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications:

- Previous experience in a general labour, construction, or manufacturing environment is considered an asset (6 months to 1 year preferred).

- Willingness to learn and be trained, with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to being a reliable team member.

- Basic English communication skills, including the ability to understand instructions and communicate effectively in the workplace.

- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including extended periods of standing and frequent lifting of 50–70 lbs.

- Experience using hand tools and power tools.

- Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure.

- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and measurement calculations.

- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

- Must be 18 years of age or older.

Compensation and Pay Progression Starting pay: $18.00 per hour. Pay progression: Your hourly rate increases every 90 days through the pay progression structure. Afternoon shift premium: An additional $1.20 per hour for hours worked on the afternoon shift.

Additional Information The ideal candidate takes pride in his/her work, organizational skills, and attention to detail. He/She appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. He/She looks forward to learning on the job and being a contributing member of an effective team.