Machine Operator 1

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.