Manufacturing Apprentice

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Entry Level Apprentice Technician 

GENERAL JOB INFORMATION:     Primary goal is to support the department’s goal of “minimizing production downtime”. This will be accomplished by performing preventative maintenance tasks with a high level detail.  A long term potential and desire to become a maintenance technician is highly preferred but not required. We are looking for the type of person who enjoys working with mechanical/automotive repairs

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS MUST POSSES:

• Strong Mechanical skills
  • Knows the right tool for the job 
• A high level of self-motivation
• Strong Organization skills
• Great attention to detail
  • Will be spending most of the shift cleaning and testing inspecting equipment  
• General computer proficiency
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced working environment and multi-task regularly
• Ability to work weekends and other varied shifts as assigned on short notice
• Understands and can identify JELD-WEN PIR and other process specs and tolerances
• Must be able to start and run all major equipment
• Perfect attendance is required to obtain and hold position.

Maintenance Apprentice

The goal of this position is to hire an entry level maintenance person. The apprentice will have minimal maintenance background but has experience in a closely related field and mechanical aptitude. The maintenance apprentice focus will be on preventive maintenance and minor projects. The apprentice will assist techs on trouble calls and major repairs as well. They will learn and grow their skills by taking notes and working closely with veteran technicians. They will use manuals to gain knowledge about PM tasks and give input on changes to the program. The apprentice will enter and maintain records using CMMS software and enter work orders for follow up actions. This position will require availability for weekend and off shift work. This person will have high level of personal accountability. They will take ownership of their machines and take pride in their performance and their esthetic condition. This will be achieved by communicating with EE, leads, management, and research using CMMS history. They will follow all safety protocols and maintain good attendance record.

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.