Skilled Production

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Skilled Production to join our growing team.

Job Overview

• The primary role of Skilled Production is to operate the lamination machine with a focus on safety, quality, reliability, and productivity.

What We Do

• Prepare vinyl & metal materials by operating machinery (press, punch, drill, saw, welder, CNC, or laminate machine)
• Laminate vinyl lineals for use in the production of windows & doors.
• Supply VPI East with stock for production.
• Check for the quality of products and materials.

Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time until operations begin (target September 1st, 2024 but may be longer).
• Actively support and participate in the company’s safety and health program.
• Become an expert in this position in order to train as needed to support production needs on a daily basis.
• Understand the products we use and how to locate and stage in a way to maximize productivity.
• 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 in order to perform work according to standard operating procedures.
• Direct how work is completed within their work cell/assigned area and “flex” to different positions to support production output in a professional manner.
• Depending on assigned area, may be expected to quality check, finish products in full, and assist in loading trucks.
• Using powered equipment (forklift, electric pallet jacks) to load and unload trucks.
• Must be willing to do housekeeping including cleaning restrooms.
• This is an interim role with expectations to advance to Production Specialist.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50lbs throughout the shift.
• Standing/walking 10 hours per day.
• Ability to lift 25-50 pounds regularly, occasionally team lift up to 75 pounds
• Depending on area, may be expected to occasionally team move/slide 100+ pounds.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Must be able to work in heat and cold.
• Must wear appropriate PPE and maintain a safe working environment. Work cautiously and carefully around people, machinery, and equipment.
• Must be able to read a tape measure to within 1/32 of an inch.
• Understand quality standards and perform quality work including raw material, WIP, and finished goods inspection.
• Communicate with Managers and production line with order needs and requirements.
• Be able to read and understand all paperwork and labels associated with production schedules.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly fashion.
• Must meet production rates.
• Must perform any other tasks assigned by Manager.

Required Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 2 – 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in/with vinyl products industry.
• Thorough knowledge of our window system procedures and understanding of our culture.
• Compute basic math problems involving fractions, addition, subtraction, division, multiplication and metric and standard measurements.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Proven problem solving and organization skills.
• Works well in a team environment with a diverse workforce.
• Basic Conflict Resolution skills.
• 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 $20.12 to $21.81  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...