General Production

Jeld-Wen Inc.•Spokane, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a General Production to join our growing team. 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. The primary role of General Production is to perform tasks with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity. Level 1 General production starts at $21.01/hr with benefits.

Requirements

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
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.
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.
High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Stable work history with preferred 2 – 3 years of manufacturing experience. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
Strong verbal and written communications skills.
Proven problem solving and organizational skills.
Works well in a team environment with a diverse workforce.
Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Advancement opportunities are available, with a strong emphasis on promoting from within.

Responsibilities

Prepare vinyl lineals for production using a lamination process
Saw and machine vinyl and metal to prepare for window and door assembly utilizing CNC saws and mills.
Assemble and glaze windows and patio doors through an assembly line process.
Be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
Process-driven with a focus on continuous improvement.
Assists co-workers in analyzing and correcting problems encountered in job assignments to perform work according to standard work procedures and instructions.