Cornerstone Building Brands · 2 days ago
Extrusion Technician 2nd Shift
North Brunswick Township, NJ, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$23/hr - $23/hr
2+ years expCornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. They are seeking an Extrusion Technician for the 2nd shift to maintain a safe work environment, execute extrusion line changeovers, and support production operations. The role involves troubleshooting, process support, and mentoring less-experienced technicians.
ConstructionReal EstateManufacturingBuilding Material
Responsibilities
Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant work environment, actively enforcing safety policies, PPE requirements, and 5S standards; identify and escalate abnormal conditions or risks
Execute and lead extrusion line changeovers in accordance with production schedules, priorities, Standard Work, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
Perform die and calibrator cleaning, inspection, and preparation, ensuring readiness for startups and consistent product quality
Support extrusion line startups, monitoring equipment performance and making adjustments to achieve stable, efficient operation
Assist operators with production troubleshooting, process support, and equipment-related issues
Communicate effectively during shift handoffs and WIT (Winning Impact Team) meetings, providing clear updates on equipment status, changeovers, and production priorities
Maintain housekeeping and ensure work areas are prepared for the incoming shift
Identify opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, and improved changeover efficiency
Support training and mentoring of less-experienced technicians or operators as needed
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
2+ years of manufacturing experience required; extrusion experience strongly preferred
Experience working with production equipment, changeovers, and standard work environments
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand and support complex equipment
Working knowledge of LOTO, safety procedures, and 5S in a manufacturing environment
Ability to follow and improve Standard Work and support continuous improvement initiatives
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across shifts and departments
Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced production environment
Detail-oriented with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work in a manufacturing environment for extended periods
Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Preferred
Extrusion experience strongly preferred
Vinyl (PVC) and plastics extrusion experience is a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1
PTO
Paid holidays
FSA
Life insurance
LTD
STD
401k
EAP
Discount programs
Tuition reimbursement
Training
Professional development
Company
Cornerstone Building Brands
Cornerstone Building Brands provide complete building solutions for the residential and commercial markets. It is a sub-organization of Fortify Building Solutions.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
Cornerstone Building Brands has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (4)
2023 (3)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$500M2024-07-29Debt Financing· $500M
2022-02-14Acquired
Leadership Team
Gunner Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2026-01-13
Company data provided by crunchbase