Product Development Technician

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Product Development Technician to join our growing team.

JOB TITLE: Skilled Production/ Product Development Technician 2          

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS/SUPERVISION RECEIVED:                          REVISION DATE: 05/10/2024

1. Manager: Product Development Supervisor

2. Direct Supervisor: Product Development Supervisor

3. Indirect Reporting Relationship: Director Product Development 

SUMMARY:

     Reporting to the Product Development Shop Supervisor, the Product Development Technician 2 is responsible for all the support functions of the Product Development Department.   The PDT2 serves as one of the technical resources in the development of installation processes and custom product manufacturing.   Supports manufacturing with custom products, product support and task in support of company growth.  The PDT2 will take part in product testing of new and existing product lines before they are sold to market.  This position requires a high attention to detail, with shop and project organization in mind.  It is necessary that the PDT2 must have an on hands attitude to fill this role.   Please see physical job description/analysis of physical demands.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Build prototypes of new products and improvement concepts
2. Read and interpret assembly drawings, blue prints and as build drawings
3. Responsible for conducting testing of products in conjunction with Fenestration Lab
4. Develop standard product work and installation procedures
5. Manufacturing support
6. Fabricate Custom designed products
7. Establish Bill of Material list for assemblies and sub-assemblies
8. Responsible for production and quality for all non-standard materials and products
9. Organize, maintain, and keep a clean work environment
10. Capable of training and reviewing work of PDT1
11. Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. AA degree in woodworking/construction trade or 5yrs. on the job training in related millwork field like window and door manufacturing.   

2. Mill-work safe operating procedure and knowledge of the industry’s wood working equipment.

3. Strong mathematical skills

4.  Ability to prepare parts and assembly drawings (hand drafting only)

5. Computer Programs: Software knowledge Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

6. A current, valid California Class C driver’s license at time of appointment and maintained at all times thereafter in order to operate a company vehicle.

TRAVEL:

• 5-10% travel is anticipated

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. Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees will accrue up to 15 days’ vacation leave annually and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees can also enroll in the following company benefit programs including, 401k Retirement Savings Plan, Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Discount Program.

Expected pay for this role is between $23.43 to $25.65  per hour and is based on experience and qualifications.

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.