Welder/fitter Day Shift

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 includes vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems, and metal accessories.

About the role

This position engages in the full scope of MIG weld processes on a variety of structural steel including rigid frame columns, rafters, pipe, beam canopy rafters, small parts, clips, and special assemblies. Welded parts may include thin gauge, painted, or galvanized material. The ideal candidate will have a thorough knowledge of welding techniques and a high attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment.

Overtime is anticipated with this full-time, direct hire opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Know and understand all safety rules and precautions necessary for working in and about a manufacturing environment
• Coordinate welder settings, gun speed/travel, and gas flow with observed condition of bead
• Read a tape measure and blueprints to shop standard
• Decide when adjustment or gun manipulation needs to be altered
• Determine appropriate repairs for pin holes and burn through caused by auto welder
• Train and teach proper welding procedures in accordance with manufacturing job procedures
• Operate overhead crane and other lifting equipment
• Hold bead to specified shape, size, and penetration while maintaining product quality
• Keep numerical and alphabetical sequences correct
• Maintain continuous improvement practices in work area
• Communicate effectively (talk or hear) while performing job duties

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience welding in a production environment or valid welding certification
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings
• Ability to obtain and maintain CWB and AWS welding certification in accordance with Cornerstone Building Brands welding procedures
• Experience with forklift and/or overhead crane operation (a plus)
• Comfort and familiarity with power hand tools
• Willingness to train, certify, and operate forklift and overhead crane
• Ability to work effectively to meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• General mathematical knowledge and proficiency with basic measuring instruments

Pay

$21.60 per hour, plus a quarterly gainsharing bonus.

Schedule

• Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (10 hours) or 5:00 AM – 5:30 PM (12 hours)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day 1
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance, Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Short-Term Disability (STD)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discount programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups supporting diversity and inclusion

Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.