General Production

Jeld-Wen Inc. • Kissimmee, FL

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About The Position

Under direct supervision, this entry-level position performs repetitive production support operations using hand tools and associated machinery and equipment to assist in manufacturing JELD-WEN products, including Door Skins and other related building products. General Production personnel assist across all facets and phases of plant operations as directed by management, contributing to production goals, quotas, and objectives. Duties may include gathering materials; operating applicable machinery and equipment; attaching parts and support mechanisms; trimming, painting, repairing, wrapping, boxing, stacking, labeling, tallying, and packaging products; and staging finished products for delivery. Employees identify and report defective materials or questionable conditions to appropriate plant personnel. The role requires following plant and OSHA safety guidelines, maintaining a clean and organized work area, and consistently lifting up to 50 pounds. Employees may perform other general duties as required by management.

The position requires reading and understanding basic verbal and written instructions in English, as well as interpreting drawings, sketches, instructions, and specifications. Employees must be receptive to training and supervision, communicate effectively, work well as part of a team, and be able to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Reliable transportation, punctuality, dependability, and availability for overtime as needed are required. Candidates must pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen.

The work involves standing for extended periods, lifting heavy objects, using ladders, and activities such as sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. The employee may be exposed to fumes, cleaning solutions, airborne particles, moving machinery, vibration, and loud noise. Required safety equipment may include safety glasses, ear plugs, masks, and steel-toed boots or shoes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic verbal and written instructions in English and interpret drawings, sketches, instructions, and specifications.
• Basic understanding of tool usage.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn, follow instructions, and accept frequent training, supervision, and assistance.
• Effective and clear communication skills, including the ability to communicate tactfully with personnel at various levels.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Reliable transportation and punctuality and dependability for each assigned shift.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen.
• Ability to consistently lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and to use ladders.
• Ability to comply with required safety protocols and use personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous maintenance or laborer experience.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Experience with basic processes and equipment relevant to production support.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production operations across all phases of plant operations as directed by management.
• Gather materials and use hand tools and applicable machinery and equipment to support production goals, quotas, and objectives.
• Operate machinery and attach parts and support mechanisms to products.
• Perform trimming, painting, and necessary product repairs.
• Wrap, box, stack, label, tally, and package machined products according to applicable paperwork.
• Load products where applicable and stage and package finished products for delivery.
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to supervisors, inspection personnel, or quality-control personnel.
• Follow plant safety protocols and OSHA guidelines, and immediately report safety hazards or concerns to a supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including storage spaces, and safely store tools and equipment after use.
• Perform other general duties as required by management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages, which typically include medical and dental coverage, generous leave policies, and a retirement program. Specific benefits may vary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED