Manufacturing Services Engineer

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Manufacturing Services Engineer to join our growing team.

The Opportunity

Under the general supervision of the Director of Engineering, the Senior Project Engineer (Fiber Engineering) will implement and lead multiple Capital and productivity projects. This candidate will also be responsible for Goal Deployment implementation at assigned facilities within their region and implementing projects of various size and scale, complexity, and duration to deliver process improvement solutions and operational excellence to the various JELD-WEN plants. This position will direct and coordinate cross-functional teams and activities to complete assigned projects that are of significant complexity and value to ensure that projects are completed within prescribed contractual requírements, time frames, and funding parameters while employing Continuous Improvement (CI), and SQDCI methodologies at all JELD-WEN manufacturing facilities in North America. 

What You Will Do

• Plan and control the procurement process of capital equipment, materials and services.
• Ensure the equipment and/or services are delivered on time, on budget, and meet all JELD-WEN standards/specifications to ensure program success.
• Oversee and work with cross-functional teams to identify tasks, build and manage program plans, identify, assign and commit functional resources to meet organization productivity commitments, goals and objectives.
• Incorporate Lean Six Sigma and SQDCI methodologies into programs and projects.
• Meet with and provide leadership and direction to cross-functional teams.
• Work cooperatively with senior leaders and multiple manufacturing locations. 

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Operations, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Mechanical, or related Engineering Degree required.
• 5-10 years' experience in plant/ process engineering to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory a must.
• Experience in the wood products industry preferred.

How You Stand Out

• Strong multi-project management skills and experience in organizing, prioritizing, planning, and executing multiple significant-scale projects from definition through implementation involving internal personnel and third-party contractors.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, and the ability to work across the organization and interact/influence/negotiate effectively with Senior Management and with all levels of management at multiple facilities/locations.
• Experience with operational analysis tools and development methodologies and matrix tools (i.e. measurement systems, business redesigns, service models, financial models, work and process flow diagrams).
• The ability to write reports, business correspondence, and operational procedure manuals.
• The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other directors, plant managers and senior executives of the company.
• The ability to effectuate operational changes as needed and as directed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other JELD-WEN position applicable computer software and hardware applications.
• Proficient in AutoDesk AutoCAD and/or Inventor.
• Must have the ability to maintain the highest degree of integrity, ethical standards, and confidentiality. 
• Travel required: 30-40%. 

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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. 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.