Production Specialist

Jeld-Wen Inc.•Dodson, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We Make Doors – Where they lead is up to you… This role focuses on the finishing aspects of door production. The Production Specialist will be responsible for operating equipment safely and efficiently, monitoring production lines, performing quality checks, maintaining a clean work environment, and communicating effectively with team members and management. The position requires learning multiple jobs within the department for coverage and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Operate 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.

Responsibilities

Operate 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.