Production Specialist

Jeld-Wen Inc.•Dodson, LA

About The Position

We Make Doors – Where they lead is up to you… Job Duties & Responsibilities Production: Operate the equipment in a safe and efficient manner Dump dumpsters and hoppers safely and clean up any spills Assure proper stacking of skins at outfeed and remove marked reject skins as needed Assist operator to monitor all operations and parameters of the rip saw and take steps to resolve any irregularities while insuring maximum run time Perform saw blade changes in a safe and efficient manner Monitor application of humidification water Monitor all aspects of prime line packaging, bundle marking, and take steps to resolve any irregularities while insuring maximum run time Optimize material usage and notify operator of line needs to do so Assist with booth and line clean ups in a safe and efficient manner Ensure product and materials are stored in appropriate locations Monitor all aspects of door skin packaging and notify packager of any irregularities Assure proper relief before departing – Overtime may be required Fill in during break times, vacation, or as needed during production Assure that assigned areas stay clean and free of clutter at all times Quality: Ensure proper labeling of finished door skin loads Perform, interpret, and act on assigned quality tests/data Participate in SQDCI Remove any press line marked rejects from production Ensure finished skin loads are stacked correctly to avoid product damage Understand, associate, and apply packaging specifications to operational decisions Know quality specifications and customer needs for your area Housekeeping: Perform system and area clean-up tasks as required Maintain housekeeping throughout entire facility, paying special attention to assigned area (prime line, paint kitchen, and humidification deck, under /around saws, shuttle carts, finished skin storage and packagers areas) Assure that all tools, brooms, air lines are returned to their designated areas after use Maintain forklifts and clean as needed Assist with primeline cleanups as needed Communications: Communicate with operators and assistants throughout the shift regarding skin quality and process conditions Communicate with on coming and off going personnel to ensure continuity between shifts Communicate effectively with management regarding issues, adjustments, and changes that have taken place. Notify them of supply issues, maintenance needs, hazards, and accidents/injuries Maintain complete and accurate written and/or electronic records and data. Maintenance: Be familiar with components, sub-systems, support systems, and terminology of the equipment Make rounds as directed, be watchful for worn or malfunctioning equipment, and notify maintenance and management Perform/assist in maintenance and preventive maintenance tasks to minimize downtime Complete daily forklift inspections General: Know and understand all safety procedures Will be required to learn and understand other jobs in the department for coverage of short periods of time, including breaks, lunch and vacation. Production Specialist I Operate a forklift and other equipment as necessary Abide by all company policies and procedures Maintain required tools for use on the job Be knowledgeable of production line in your area. Perform all other duties assigned by management 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.

Responsibilities

Operate the equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Dump dumpsters and hoppers safely and clean up any spills
Assure proper stacking of skins at outfeed and remove marked reject skins as needed
Assist operator to monitor all operations and parameters of the rip saw and take steps to resolve any irregularities while insuring maximum run time
Perform saw blade changes in a safe and efficient manner
Monitor application of humidification water
Monitor all aspects of prime line packaging, bundle marking, and take steps to resolve any irregularities while insuring maximum run time
Optimize material usage and notify operator of line needs to do so
Assist with booth and line clean ups in a safe and efficient manner
Ensure product and materials are stored in appropriate locations
Monitor all aspects of door skin packaging and notify packager of any irregularities
Assure proper relief before departing – Overtime may be required
Fill in during break times, vacation, or as needed during production
Assure that assigned areas stay clean and free of clutter at all times
Ensure proper labeling of finished door skin loads
Perform, interpret, and act on assigned quality tests/data
Participate in SQDCI
Remove any press line marked rejects from production
Ensure finished skin loads are stacked correctly to avoid product damage
Understand, associate, and apply packaging specifications to operational decisions
Know quality specifications and customer needs for your area
Perform system and area clean-up tasks as required
Maintain housekeeping throughout entire facility, paying special attention to assigned area (prime line, paint kitchen, and humidification deck, under /around saws, shuttle carts, finished skin storage and packagers areas)
Assure that all tools, brooms, air lines are returned to their designated areas after use
Maintain forklifts and clean as needed
Assist with primeline cleanups as needed
Communicate with operators and assistants throughout the shift regarding skin quality and process conditions
Communicate with on coming and off going personnel to ensure continuity between shifts
Communicate effectively with management regarding issues, adjustments, and changes that have taken place. Notify them of supply issues, maintenance needs, hazards, and accidents/injuries
Maintain complete and accurate written and/or electronic records and data.
Be familiar with components, sub-systems, support systems, and terminology of the equipment
Make rounds as directed, be watchful for worn or malfunctioning equipment, and notify maintenance and management
Perform/assist in maintenance and preventive maintenance tasks to minimize downtime
Complete daily forklift inspections
Know and understand all safety procedures
Will be required to learn and understand other jobs in the department for coverage of short periods of time, including breaks, lunch and vacation.
Operate a forklift and other equipment as necessary
Abide by all company policies and procedures
Maintain required tools for use on the job
Be knowledgeable of production line in your area.
Perform all other duties assigned by management