Senior Material Handler - CDL Required

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Senior Material Handler - CDL Required to join our growing team.

Who we are 

• VPI Quality Windows is a commercial division of JELD-WEN, Inc. that focuses on manufacturing windows and patio doors for multi-family construction with a particular focus on apartments, dormitories, senior living, and hotels. 

Job Overview 

• The primary role of Commercial Driver/Water Spider is to perform tasks with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity. 

• Level 1 Commercial Driver/Water Spider starts at $00/hr with benefits. 

What We Do 

• Prepare vinyl lineals for production using a lamination process 

• Saw and machine vinyl and metal to prepare for window and door assembly utilizing CNC saws and mills. 
• Assemble and glaze windows and patio doors through an assembly line process.

Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities 

• Be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision. 

• Process-driven with a focus on continuous improvement. 

• Assists co-workers in analyzing and correcting problems encountered in job assignments to perform work according to standard work procedures and instructions 

Position Requirements

• This role requires you to have and maintain a CDL
• This role requires consistent physical activity throughout the shift, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials weighing up to 50 lbs independently and up to 100 lbs with team assistance.
• Work may involve repetitive motions and working in a fast-paced assembly line manufacturing environment
• Employees must be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per day on hard surfaces.
• Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and climbing may be required to access materials and operate equipment.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, and employees are expected to maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Daily pallet jack inspection looking at the condition of the equipment to make sure there is no damage from previous shifts.
• Run IGU report (ASN) information using Microsoft excel
• Stage and Verify Morning value stream glass
• Refill screw keep-fill locations to ensure lines have what they need daily.
• Stage delivered glass in warehouse throughout the day when trucks arrive.
• Check A-frame organization and labels outside to ensure all in order by line and labeled properly.
• Stage afternoon value stream glass
• Empty trash hopper and transport cardboard bins to receiving department as needed.
• Stage turnover value stream glass before end of shift so the oncoming crew has what they need to get started.
• Verify no empty glass skids are present and if empty get off the shop floor as needed.
• Complete service IGU and deliver to shipping to ensure the shipments for glass only jobs get sent out on time.
• Verify over-flow and clean out old glass daily
• Support remakes as time permits
• Move trailers in accordance with delivery and production needs to ensure OTIF and OTD
• Operate a tractor trailer
• Complete pre-inspection checklist prior to operating the tractor trailer
• Learn duties and responsibilities of the material handler to help as needed
• Overtime may be required, sometimes on short notice, to meet production goals.
• Advancement opportunities are available, with a strong emphasis on promoting from within.
• Additional tasks may be assigned by the Supervisor or Manager as needed to support operations.

Required Skills and Experience 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent. 

• Stable work history with preferred 2 – 3 years of manufacturing experience.  Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. 

• Strong verbal and written communications skills. 

• Proven problem solving and organizational skills. 

• Works well in a team environment with a diverse workforce. 

• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism. 

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 $25.58 to $38.39  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.