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We Make Doors – Where they lead is up to you…

We Make Doors – Where they lead is up to you…

Hiring Now – Immediate need for new Distribution Team Leader

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.

Depending on assignment, our team members may do any of the following duties:

Ensure the safety and productivity of all employees assigned to designated shift

Coordinates work activities with management

Participate in Continuous Improvement processes, such as SQDCI Board & Gemba Walks

Read and interpret production schedule

Ensure security of facilities during designated shift hours

Ensure all safety, manufacturing, and quality procedures are followed

Enable effective communications between management and operators

Train new employees and coach existing employees

Investigate and report all incidents

Other general warehouse duties as needed

Inspect incoming loads

Check shipping documents for correct customer information

Perform start of shift preventative maintenance inspection

Assist in inventory cycle counts as needed

Material preparation and material handling

Other general warehouse duties as needed

Operate small and large machines in the production of doors

Prepping the doors for production

Staging and packaging finished product for delivery

In all functions, maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety rules

Experience Preferred:

Commercial machine operator experience a definite plus

Past experience in commercial woodworking (doors, millwork, cabinets, etc.)

Past experience in manufacturing or warehouse environment

General knowledge of building materials

Can perform math and use basic hand-held measuring tools

Strong experience with tape measure (1/16) and calipers

Comprehensive tool knowledge

Works well in a fast-paced, team environment

Good communication skills both verbal and written

Ability to repetitively lift up to 50 pounds

Previous experience in a manufacturing or similar environment is preferred, but not required.

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.