Production Supervisor - 2nd shift

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Production Supervisor - 2nd shift to join our growing team. 

Summary: The Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations (2nd Shift) creates and fulfills the monthly and quarterly production schedules that achieve Planned Revenue, Labor Contribution Margins, On-Time Delivery, and Quality. This position gives proper direction to all production personnel to ensure customer commitments are fulfilled. The Value Stream Manager is responsible for manufacturing operations and implements lean manufacturing while maximizing production. This leader is a change agent developing short and long-term goals and creating a continuous improvement environment with an unconditional commitment to safety, eliminating waste, and employee engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implements strategic programs that improve labor efficiency, on-time delivery, quality, workplace safety, and customer expectations
• Generates monthly reports to effectively communicate program contributions, lead-times, on-time delivery, continuous improvement efforts, and manufacturing issues and needs
• Maintains manufacturing staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintaining a safe and secure work environment; developing personal growth opportunities
• Accomplishes staff results by communicating job goals and expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures
• Produces products by establishing production planning systems, maintaining good manufacturing practices, enforcing quality standards, and improving products and processes
• Provides leadership needed to ensure that product quality meets product specifications and criteria for all products shipped from the plant
• Ensures efficient utilization of plant personnel and equipment to meet productivity and cost effectiveness in meeting the plants business goals from stated targets
• Leads a trained and motivated workforce capable of implementing and executing the business strategy

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills, leadership qualities, computer literacy
• Ability to supervise is essential for the candidate to perform successfully in this position

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or associate degree preferably in Mechanical Engineering or Operations
• Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience of related experience in Manufacturing Management preferred
• Experience, knowledge or trained in Six Sigma Lean Methodologies manufacturing

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About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. 

JELD-WEN 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. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., the company operates facilities in 16 countries in North America and Europe and employs approximately 18,000 people. Since 1960, the JELD-WEN team has been committed to making quality products that create safe and sustainable environments for customers, associates and local communities. 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 jeld-wen.com.

In 2022, Newsweek named JELD-WEN as one of America’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. As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, however typically including medical & dental, generous leave policies, retirement program, etc.

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.