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Cornerstone Building Brands, headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, is the largest manufacturer of external building products in North America with over $6 billion in annual revenue and an expansive North American footprint that includes almost 20,000 employees, operating in +70 manufacturing facilities, supported by a network of +80 distribution and branch office facilities. We have a broad product offering with a well-regarded brand portfolio including the #1 position in windows, vinyl siding, metal accessories, metal roofing and wall systems, and insulated metal panels. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Process Engineer at Cornerstone Building Brands is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, ensure quality, and support continuous improvement initiatives.  Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Six Sigma methodologies, hands-on experience in industrial manufacturing, and the ability to lead cross-functional improvement teams. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Leading Improvement Projects: Responsible for leading complex projects using Six Sigma methods (e.g., DMAIC) to achieve strategic and business objectives such as process optimization, waste reduction, quality enhancement, reducing costs, developing capabilities, and streamlining processes.
• Process Assessment & Improvement Identification: Partner with leadership to evaluate current processes, metrics, and customer requirements to identify areas ripe for improvement.
• Project Management & Reporting: Define goals and boundaries, secure resources, identify stakeholders, create detailed project plans and charters, and track project progress, milestones, savings, and other key aspects, linking operational improvements to financial benefits.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of improvement initiatives.
• Analysis and Problem Solving: Expertise in Lean methodologies and Six Sigma principles is used to identify, analyze, and solve complex problems affecting business operations and customer satisfaction. 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED 

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 5 – 10 years experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification: Strong background and certification in Lean Six Sigma (at least Green Belt, with Black Belt being ideal) are expected.
• Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to conduct root cause analyses, analyze data, and apply statistical tools to identify trends and potential issues are important.
• Leadership and Coaching: Process Engineers must be able to effectively lead cross-functional teams, assign roles, provide coaching and development, and foster collaboration to drive organizational change.
• Problem-solving: Ability to understand the problem, analyze the data, develop projects, and implement solutions.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Cornerstone Building Brands (CBB) Values and Behaviors & Mindsets – Act consistently with CBB’s Values (Safety, Integrity, & Inclusion) and Behaviors & Mindsets (Customer-Centricity, Interconnectedness, Continuous Improvement).
• Leads Transformation – Champion, support, & drive change, managing the impact on people and processes
• Develops People & Builds Teams – Foster a culture of continuous learning, develop talent, and build high-performing teams
• Delivers Results – Prioritizes achieving outcomes without compromising values
• Influences with Impact – Clearly communicates with confidence to drive action and build enthusiasm
• Raises the Bar – Inspires growth by challenging limits and pursuing excellence
• Charts the Course – Focuses on the future and sets a clear direction
• Knows the Business – Exhibits strong business judgment, understands priorities, and acts decisively
• Manages Courageously – Adapts to change and effectively resolves conflict
• Resiliency – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to noise, heat, and moving machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and stand for extended periods during process observation.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

• Healthcare benefits starting on your first day of work
• Competitive pay
• Inclusive, collaborative environment
• Bragging rights – you’ll work for the market leader in multiple product categories
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Employee discount programs

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands? 

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. 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. 

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

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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