Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

Maintenance Technician

Pay Range: $36.00 to 46.20 per hour plus $1.00 Shift Differential
Shift: 3rd Shift

Company Description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on extrusion lines and auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Replace and align components such as screws, barrels, gearboxes, heaters, motors, and sensors.
• Assist with die changes, calibrations, and setup support.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and recurring issues.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Perform basic PLC diagnostics including input/output checks.
• Participate in root cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Recommend improvements to increase uptime and efficiency.
• Support 5S and TPM initiatives.
• Follow all safety procedures including LOTO.
• Ensure repairs meet OSHA and company standards.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Document maintenance work and downtime in CMMS.
• Communicate shift status to team members.
• Work with production, supervisors, and engineering.
• Provide support during startups and shutdowns.
• Train Level I technicians on basic maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED required; technical certification preferred. 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in extrusion.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics. Basic PLC troubleshooting experience. Ability to use diagnostic and precision tools.
• Preferred Experience: Extrusion equipment including screws, dies, and downstream equipment. Heating/cooling systems and tooling maintenance.
• Competencies: Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently. Good communication and teamwork. Attention to detail and time management.
• Physical Requirements: Lift up to 50 lbs. Stand, walk, bend, and climb. Work in heat, noise, and industrial conditions.

Physical Environment

Manufacturing plant setting. May require overtime and shift work.

Level II Differentiation

• Independently troubleshoot most issues.
• Handle moderately complex repairs without supervision.
• Mentor junior technicians.
• Participate in improvement initiatives.

Additional Information

Site Location: 1 Silverline Dr. North Brunswick Township, NJ 08902

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

• Full-time team members receive medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1.
• Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.
• You can join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornestone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

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.