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GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE POSITION:
Under direct supervision, this Entry Level position(s) perform repetitive production support operations using hand tools, associated machinery, and equipment to assist in the manufacturing and of JELD-WEN products including PAV, Glass, and other JELD-WEN related building products.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
General Production Support personnel assist in every facet of the operation, as directed by Leadership, to achieve the goals and objectives of JELD-WEN products as written above and are involved in every phase of production from beginning to end; They gather the necessary materials, use the appropriate hand tools, and operate applicable machinery and equipment in the various plant while assisting in the achievement of production goals, quotas, and objectives.
Some responsibilities include, but are not limited to, operating machinery and affixing parts and support mechanisms to the product; trimming operations; final out with finished products, label and tally them accordingly to match appropriate paperwork; make necessary repairs to the product and load them where applicable. Maintains a positive approach while problem solving improvement opportunities. Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations per plant policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative, but not all inclusive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is routinely required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will move stock, materials, and unfinished and finished product in and near their work areas. This requires the ability to raise hand above shoulder, stand for extended periods and solo lift to 50 lbs. intermittently and up to 25 lbs. repetitively. Anything over 50lbs requires a two-person team.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and machines, vibrations, and loud noises.
KNOWLEDGE AND/OR ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
High School Diploma or GED preferred; The ability to read a tape measure accurately; Previous production support experience in a manufacturing environment preferred but not mandatory; Must be able to be trained on basic processes and equipment and serve as a hands-on resource in Production Support.
SCHEDULES
Typical schedules are fulltime and are either 10hr. or 12hr. With a 1st and 2nd shift. + overtime over a bi-weekly pay-cycle. We also offer a shift premium when working the second shift.
COMPANY BENEFITS
The company offers a comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, a 401k Savings Plan with Company Match, Paid Short Term Disability Insurance, and a Generous Paid Time Off Policy.
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.