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How much do union sewing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for union sewing in Alabama is $14.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $15.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel as a Union Sewing professional, you need strong sewing and garment construction skills, knowledge of textile types, and experience working with industrial sewing machines—often supported by previous manufacturing or tailoring experience. Familiarity with specific sewing tools, industrial machines, and safety standards is essential, and unionized workplaces may require knowledge of workplace policies and safety certifications. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality products, maintaining a safe and efficient work environment, and ensuring smooth collaboration within a unionized manufacturing team.

What does a union sewing do?

A typical workday as a Union Sewing professional involves operating specialized sewing machines to assemble, alter, or repair garments and textile products according to production specifications. You may work in a manufacturing setting alongside a team, following structured schedules and collaborating with other sewing operators, quality inspectors, and floor supervisors. Responsibilities often include inspecting materials for defects, meeting daily production targets, and adhering to strict safety protocols. Union environments typically provide standardized breaks, clear communication channels, and opportunities to address workplace concerns collectively. This structured routine helps promote fairness, efficiency, and worker satisfaction.

What is a union sewing?

A Union Sewing job involves working as a sewing machine operator or textile worker under a labor union, which ensures fair wages, benefits, and workplace protections. Union sewers typically work in industries like apparel, upholstery, or industrial sewing, following patterns and quality standards. They may also participate in union activities to advocate for better working conditions.

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Production Associate 1st Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands

Florence, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


Cornerstone Building Brands rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 123 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

438th of 537 rated manufacturers


Job description

Company Description

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 http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Work Schedule: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, Monday - Friday

Pay Rate: $17.50 - $21.32 per hour

SCOPE OF ROLE

The Production Associate I is integral to our company’s product manufacturing process. This role is committed to executing all production-related tasks with precision and adherence to established protocols. By practicing safe work habits and following standard methodologies, the Production Associate I ensures that our production operations are both effective and secure.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Carry out tasks as directed by the department supervisor or team lead
  • Engage in the assembly process, utilizing techniques such as sewing, cutting, clipping, and hooking to transform raw materials into sub-assemblies or final product
  • Affix labels and tags to products and their packaging appropriately
  • Prepare finished goods for shipping by packing them effectively
  • Monitor production progress on schedule boards
  • Report any equipment or material discrepancies to the supervisor promptly
  • Organize finished products on the assigned pallet
  • Uphold cleanliness and safety in the workplace
  • Perform general labor duties across various departments
  • Assist with hemming and the relocation of finished materials to trucks, utilizing overhead cranes and forklifts
  • Operate comfortably in a manufacturing environment without temperature control
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist
  • Some knowledge of a manufacturing environment

Additional Information

This is a non-supervisory position

Site Address: 24350 Co Rd 14. Florence , AL. 35633

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 HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com. 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 HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com. 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.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018
 

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.


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About Cornerstone Building Brands

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Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Our comprehensive portfolio spans the breadth of the residential and commercial markets, while our expansive footprint enables us to serve customers and communities across North America. Our relentless focus on excellence combined with our ongoing commitment to innovation and R&D has driven us to become the #1 manufacturer of windows, vinyl siding, insulated metal panels, metal roofing and wall systems, and metal accessories. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Cary, NC, US

Year founded

1984