We Make Doors – Where they lead is up to you…

Hiring Now – Immediate need for a Special Cell Group Lead in Garland, TX facility

Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:30pm to 11:00pm (This position is eligible for shift differential)

JELD-WEN is one of the world’s largest door and window manufacturers, with more than 22,000 employees operating in 24 countries globally. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, JELD-WEN designs, produces and distributes an extensive range of interior and exterior doors, wood, vinyl and aluminum windows.

Depending on assignment, our Group Leads may do any of the following duties:

Ensure the safety and productivity of all employees assigned to designated shift
Ensure security of facilities during designated shift hours
Ensure all safety, manufacturing, and quality procedures are followed
Enable effective communications between management and operators
Train new employees and coach existing employees
Investigate and report all incidents
Coordinate work activities with management
Participate in Continuous Improvement processes, such as SQDCI Board & Gemba Walks
Read and interpret production schedule
Inspect incoming loads
Check shipping documents for correct customer information
Perform start of shift preventative maintenance inspection
Assist in inventory cycle counts as needed
Material preparation and material handling
Operate small and large machines in the production of doors
Prep doors for production
Stage and package finished product for delivery
In all functions, maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety rules
Other general production and warehouse duties as needed

Experience Preferred:

Commercial machine operator experience a definite plus
Past experience in commercial woodworking (doors, millwork, cabinets, etc.)
Past experience in manufacturing or warehouse environment
General knowledge of building materials
Can perform math and use basic hand-held measuring tools
Strong experience with tape measure (1/16) and calipers
Comprehensive tool knowledge
Works well in a fast-paced, team environment
Good communication skills both verbal and written
Ability to repetitively lift up to 50 pounds

Previous experience in a manufacturing or similar environment is preferred, but not required.

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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.

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Group Lead - 2nd Shift