R&D Lab Manager / Test Technician

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a R&D Lab Manager / Test Technician to join our growing team.

Test Technician/Lab Manager

The role is responsible for supporting the business with its test requirement needs. Conduct tests to recognized standards or developing test methodologies to meet the requirements of a project. Interpret results and make recommendations to improve the outcome or provide clear conclusions with written reports.  Develop a robust data base for reports so the information is accessible and useable by all departments to enable efficient business decisions.  Have responsibilities for the HSE and general upkeep of the lab facilities and drive improvement initiatives to grow the test lab capabilities.

Key Contacts

Key con

• Internal – R&D, Operations, Procurement, Quality.
• External –Suppliers, testing and certification bodies.

Critical Performance Objectives

• Project Delivery –Tests are completed on time according to business priorities.
• Documentation – Ensure outcomes can be interpreted clearly.
• Safety – Ensure the test lab environment complies to HSE requirements and work with continual improvement mentality.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence with all compliance standards and operate with integrity at all times.
• Ensure HSE standards are being met at all times

• Responsible for all product testing requirements within the Astorp facility.
• Responsible of the daily upkeep of the test lab
• Support the continual improvement of the test lab and its capabilities with a focus on driving efficiency.
• Deliver test conclusions in the form of written reports.
• Conduct test according to business priorities.
• Develop a deep and detailed understanding of the design, specification and performance of existing products.
• Keep abreast of the industry standards and ensure test methods are relevant.
• Standardise where possible methodologies and JW best practices.
• Work closely with test labs in other areas of the business.
• When required attend offsite duties related to testing requirements
• Aid in the root-cause analysis of warranty claims/factory issues and feedback into the product development cycle
• Work closely with operations and procurement departments to execute VAVE and productivity initiatives.

Person Specification

Behavioural Competencies

• Results oriented and self-driven
• Communication master both written and verbal
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• Engages with people across departments to achieve success.

Experience / Knowledge

• Essential: Previous experience working in the test environment.
• Essential: Understanding/knowledge of National, European and International standards relevant to construction products
• Essential: Excellent written and communication skills
• Essential: Microsoft Office suite competency 
• Desirable: Knowledge of design requirements for construction products
• Desirable: Experience of the joinery / fenestration industry
• Desirable: Experience building business cases for future investments
• Desirable: Experience working according HSE requirements. 

Language Skills

• Must be fluent in both written and spoken English

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and contribute to the success of Swedoor / Jeldwen, please submit your resume and cover letter through the application process.

Please include “lab technician" in the subject line.

We will call in candidates ongoing in the process and close down the advertisement, when right candidate is recruited.

You can expect feedback in writting during the process and we aim to come back as quick as possible, thanks in advance for your understanding.

We are looking forward hearing from you.

GOOD REASON TO JOIN

We act with integrity, invest in people, inspire through innovation, deliver on our promises, and improve every day. We are seeking talented individuals who share this purpose and values and want to excel in their field of expertise. We offer excellent benefits, a collaborative environment in which to apply your talent and a dynamic and growing company, with exceptional career progression opportunities. 

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About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. 

JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide, LaCantina® and VPI™ in North America, and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. For more information, visit corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn.

JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’. 

What We Offer

Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. 

JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.