Production Specialist (2nd Shift)

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Production Specialist (2nd Shift) 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 Lead plays a critical role in supporting daily operations across Warehouse, Shipping, Assembly, and/or Final Processing. Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor/Manager, the Lead is responsible for guiding the team at start-up, reviewing prior day results, setting daily/weekly targets, and ensuring team readiness.
• This position emphasizes leadership, safety, quality, and productivity while driving team engagement and maintaining operational excellence through SQDCI boards, shift pass downs, and adherence to schedules.
• Production Specialist starts at $24.27/hr with benefits. 

  

What We Do 

• We manufacture high-quality windows and patio doors designed for commercial and multi-family projects.
• Our teams focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement to deliver reliable products that meet customer expectations.
• The Lead ensures smooth daily operations, fosters team collaboration, and supports problem-solving initiatives to achieve production goals.

  

Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities 

• Assist Group Lead in the efficient operation of the department
• Actively support and participate in the company’s safety and health program.
• Ensure a safe working environment and enforce compliance with JELD-WEN policies and OSHA guidelines.
• Arrive 30 minutes before shift start to gather information for turnover.
• Operate various, more complex, door manufacturing equipment 
• Interpret detailed order tags and production documentation to ensure execution of customer requirements

• Ensure standard work is consistently followed and filled out. This includes own and operator machine standard work.
• Verify the accuracy and completion of DIM logs.
• Maintain and monitor Lockout/Tagout boards, ensuring all locks, tags, and devices are correctly documented (LOTO check list), accounted for, and used in accordance with safety procedures

 

 

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:

• Mallets
• Putty knives
• Self-retracting knives
• Diagonal cutters
• Glazing guns
• Drills
• Saws
• Sanders
• Vacuum hoists
• Mills
• Punches
• Routers
• Pallet jacks
• Tap measures

 

 

Required Skills and Experience 

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production, manufacturing, warehouse, or shipping, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Lead, Supervisor, or equivalent leadership role.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve root causes systematically.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Pr