General Production

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

Who we are 
•    VPI Quality Windows is a commercial division of JELD-WEN, Inc. that focuses on manufacturing windows and patio doors for multi-family construction with a particular focus on apartments, dormitories, senior living, and hotels. 
  
Job Overview 
•    The primary role of General Production is to perform the general production/line duties as directed in the lamination department with a focus on safety, quality, reliability, and productivity.  This is an entry level manufacturing position with a strong emphasis around learning the basic lamination process and performing the line duties around said processes. This includes infeeding and outfeeding of the lamination equipment as well as bundling/packaging of vinyl lineals (finished goods).
•    Level 1 General production starts at $21.01/hr with benefits. 
  
What We Do 
•    Prepare vinyl material for loading into lamination equipment (unbundling).
•    Load laminated vinyl in appropriate racking.
•    Laminate vinyl lineal for use in the production of windows & doors.
•    Supply VPI with stock for production.
•    Check the quality of products and materials according to AAMA Standards as well as other regulatory agencies as well as our own VPI Quality Standards.

  
Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities 
•    Actively support and participate in the company’s safety and health program.
•    Learn all General Production Lamination roles as needed to support production needs daily.
•    Understand the products we use and how to locate and stage in a way to maximize productivity.
•    Be able to follow basic verbal and written instructions as provided by leads and supervisors in the department.
•    Perform infeed and outfeed duties- loading and unloading the lamination equipment and be able to perform all associate IQC (Quality Checks) specific to each role.
•    Assist other team members through gathering materials, moving units, changing machine over and loading and unloading products.
•    Assists co-workers in analyzing and correcting problems encountered in job assignments to perform work according to standard operating procedures.
•    Follow documented Standard Work 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 perform quality checks, finish products in full, and assist in loading trucks.
•    Be able to work/stand for full shifts and perform all duties as required for the General Production role.
•    Must be willing to do housekeeping including cleaning restrooms.

Position Requirements

•    This role requires consistent physical activity throughout the shift, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials weighing up to 50 lbs independently and up to 100 lbs with team assistance.
•    Work may involve repetitive motions and working in a fast-paced assembly line manufacturing environment
•    Employees must be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per day on hard surfaces.
•    Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and climbing may be required to access materials and operate equipment.
•    Ability to read and interpret production paperwork and labels
•    Ability to work in hot, humid environments.
•    Demonstrated proficiency in using metrology instruments and recording inspection data
•    Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, and employees are expected to maintain a safe and clean work area.
•    Overtime may be required, sometimes on short notice, to meet production goals.
•    Must meet daily production rates while maintaining quality standards for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
•    Advancement opportunities are available, with a strong emphasis on promoting from within.
•    Additional tasks may be assigned by the Supervisor or Manager as needed to support operations.
•    Candidates must be comfortable working with both manual and powered tools commonly used in manufacturing and assembly environments. These include, but are not limited to:

•    Self-retracting knives
•    Diagonal cutters
•    Glazing guns
•    Drills
•    Saws
•    Sanders
•    Vacuum hoists
•    Routers
•    Pallet jacks 
•    Tape measures

Required Skills and Experience 
•    High School Diploma or Equivalent. 
•    Stable work history with preferred 2 – 3 years of manufacturing experience. Lamination experience is a plus. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. 
•    Strong verbal and written communications skills. 
•    Proven problem solving and organizational skills. 
•    Works well in a tea