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Date: Apr 1, 2025

Location: Kissimmee, FL, US, 34758

Company: Jeld-Wen Inc.

We Make Doors – Where they lead is up to you…

 

Layup Dept. (Builder, Jump Saw)   

 

Summary of the Position 

Under direct supervision, this position(s) performs repetitive production support operations using hand tools and associated machinery and equipment to assist in the manufacturing of JELD-WEN products including Door Skins, and all other JELD-WEN-related building products. 

 

Responsibilities and Duties 

Layup - Builder 

  1. Use your hands to straighten stacks on the builder lift. 

  1. Clean the grating and headboard of excess glue every two lifts. 

  1. Inspect glue coverage of the beginning of each lift to ensure the appropriate amount of glue. 

  1. Build doors according to work instructions and complete pace of 16 minutes, build door every 26 seconds. 

  1. Responsible for all doors produced on the line during your shift hours. 

  1. Must know and understand the production schedule and specific information contained on individual batch cards to ensure doors are or lay-up/Built according to specifications. 

  1. Proficiency in the internal components of the doors and the capacity to construct doors in accordance with (DEO) must be shown. 

  1. Must know skin types and size doors to the customer's specifications according to the production schedule. 

Layup – Jump Saw 

  1. Clean or make minor repairs to machines or equipment. 

  1. Ability to perform basic functions of arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, and divide units of measure. 

  1. Load and operate machinery to maximize product quality and operational efficiency. 

  1. Shut down, disassemble, and clean equipment and work areas. Routinely inspect and maintain equipment. 

 

  • Willingness to learn and be cross trained throughout the plant. 

  • Communicate with management on material or maintenance on equipment not performing up to standards and those in need of reorder / repair. 

  • Responsible for maintaining clean and functional equipment.  

  • Promote cleanliness and safety within the department. 

  • They gather the necessary materials, use the appropriate hand tools, and operate applicable machinery and equipment in the various plants while assisting in the achievement of production goals, quotas, and objectives. 

  • Safety Compliance – Follow all safety protocols and guidelines while performing job tasks. Report any safety hazards or concerns to the supervisor immediately.  

  • Conforms with safety regulations per plant policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. This includes but is not limited to, the use of safety glasses, ear plugs, masks, steel-toed boots/shoes, and associated safety equipment to be on the plant floor.  

  • Cleanliness and organization – Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including storage spaces. Ensure tools and equipment are safely stored after each use.  

  • Other duties assigned by the management staff.  

 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 

  • Must have the ability to read and comprehend basic verbal and written instructions, and read and interpret drawings, blueprints, sketches, instructions, and specifications. 

  • Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment. 

  • The ability to work in a manufacturing and fast-paced environment. 

  • Have reliable transportation and be punctual and dependable for each assigned shift. 

  • Must be able to work overtime as needed. 

  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment background and drug screening.   

 

Education and Experience 

  • High School Diploma 

  • Basic understanding of mechanical systems and tools. 

  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. 

  • Willingness to learn and follow instructions. 

  • Clear and precise communication skills and the ability to work within a team. 

  • Previous experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments 

  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. 

  • Excellent communication skills 

  • Able to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects. 

  • Must be able to be trained in basic processes and equipment and serve as a hands-on resource in Production Support. 

 

Work Environment  

This position is highly active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and stepping all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Moving materials and products within the plant. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus on details. This position also requires the operation/maintenance of machinery and/or power tools. This classification requires employees to follow instructions made by the Group Lead and/or Group Manager. Additionally, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) can include earplugs, safety glasses, safety side shields, steel toe shoes, Kevlar or Latex gloves, and face masks. 


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. 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.
 


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