JELD-WEN is currently seeking a 1st shift general production associate to join our growing team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Gathers the necessary materials, uses the appropriate hand tools, and operates applicable machinery and equipment in the various plants to support the assembly floor and the finished product while achieving production goals, quotas and objectives;
Assists in the assembly operations as directed by management to achieve the goals and objectives of JELD-WEN
Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to appropriate plant personnel including, but not limited to, Group Leaders, or Group Managers or quality control personnel
Labels finished products to match appropriate paperwork
Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations per plant policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines
This includes, but is not limited to, the use of safety glasses, ear plugs, masks, pants, close toed shoes, and associated safety equipment in order to be on the plant floor and assemble the product, and perform the job duties in a safe and efficient/effective manner; Reports unsafe conditions to appropriate supervision
Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Perform repetitive type assembly functions using hand or power tools, and applicable machinery and equipment to assist in the assembly of the JELD-WEN product line
Retrieve raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products for proper assembly; Must check the quality of material pulled from raw stock and manufactured materials, and assure correct type, amount, and appropriate dimensions for assembly
Places materials and parts in specified relationship to each other
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to read a tape measure accurately
Ability to multiply, divide, add and subtract
Must have the ability to read and comprehend basic verbal and written instructions
Ability to work in an environment where exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and machines, vibrations and loud noises.
Ability to adhere to all safety protocols including OSHA guidelines as mentioned above are mandatory.
Ability to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
The employee must occasionally and/or frequently lift and/or move stock, materials and unfinished and finished production oriented materials in and near their work areas that weigh between 10 and 75 pounds.
The ability and motivation to learn
The ability to work in a manufacturing and fast paced environment
Very energetic and enthusiastic
Responsible attitude
Results driven
Must be able to pass background check and drug screen
Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment
About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc.
JELD-WEN 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.
Headquartered in Charlotte, N.
C.
, the company operates facilities in 16 countries in North America and Europe and employs approximately 18,000 people.
Since 1960, the JELD-WEN team has been committed to making quality products that create safe and sustainable environments for customers, associates and local communities.
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 jeld-wen.
com.
In 2022, Newsweek named JELD-WEN as one of America’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.