EHS Technician 1

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 .

Job Description

Base pay rate starts at $21.00 per hour

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Technician I support the implementation and maintenance of workplace safety and environmental programs. This role assists in ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations while promoting a safe and sustainable work environment. The EHS Technician I works under guidance to monitor safety practices, conduct inspections, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regulatory Compliance: Assist in ensuring adherence to OSHA, EPA, and other applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Inspection & Risk Identification: Support routine workplace inspections and hazard assessments to identify potential risks and unsafe conditions.
• KPI and performance tracking: Support and sustain collection and reporting and communication of data to plant and organization stakeholders.
• Incident Investigation Support: Assist with incident investigations, including documenting findings and helping identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Safety Training: Help coordinate and deliver basic safety training programs, including new hire orientation and recurring safety topics.
• Data Collection & Reporting: Maintain safety records, track basic safety metrics, and assist with report preparation.
• Environmental Support: Assist with waste management, SPCC, recycling programs, and environmental compliance activities.
• Emergency Preparedness: Support emergency response planning, drills, and preparedness initiatives.
• Procurement and maintenance support for safety related equipment: Control of PPE stock and creation of replenishment requisitions.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Basic understanding of OSHA safety standards and workplace safety practices
• Ability to use computers, including MS office suite, ERP for procurement and other EHS specific software
• Ability to identify hazards and recognize unsafe conditions
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school Diploma, GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certifications (Preferred): OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification; willingness to obtain additional certification
• 0–2 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or related environment (internship/co-op experience acceptable)
• Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations or workplace safety principles preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting Capacity – ability to lift up 30 lbs.
• Mobility – prolonged periods of time on feet, standing, bending, etc.
• Exposure – moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and non-climate-controlled environment.
• Noise Tolerance – high noise levels.

Additional Information

Site Address: 7301 Fairview Street, Houston, TX 77041

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

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 View phone number on us.fitly.work or View email address on us.fitly.work. 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 View phone number on us.fitly.work or View email address on us.fitly.work. 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.

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

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone 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.