JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Group Lead to join our growing team. Hiring Now – Immediate need for new Distribution Team Leader American Building Supply (ABS), a subsidiary of Jeld Wen, and one of the Nation’s largest wholesale suppliers of Doors, Door Hardware, Windows, and Millwork, currently has a position available for a Group Lead - Production to assist our Distribution division in providing value-added goods and services to our customers. 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 team members may do any of the following duties: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure the safety and productivity of all employees assigned to designated shift</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Coordinates work activities with management</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Participate in Continuous Improvement processes, such as SQDCI Board & Gemba Walks</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Read and interpret production schedule</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure security of facilities during designated shift hours</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure all safety, manufacturing, and quality procedures are followed</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Enable effective communications between management and operators</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Train new employees and coach existing employees</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Investigate and report all incidents</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Other general warehouse duties as needed</li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Inspect incoming loads</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Check shipping documents for correct customer information</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Perform start of shift preventative maintenance inspection</li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Assist in inventory cycle counts as needed</li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Material preparation and material handling</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Other general warehouse duties as needed</li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Operate small and large machines in the production of doors</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Prepping the doors for production</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Staging and packaging finished product for delivery</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">In all functions, maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety rules</li> </ul> Experience Preferred: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Commercial machine operator experience a definite plus</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Past experience in commercial woodworking (doors, millwork, cabinets, etc.)</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Past experience in manufacturing or warehouse environment</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">General knowledge of building materials</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Can perform math and use basic hand-held measuring tools</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Strong experience with tape measure (1/16) and calipers</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Comprehensive tool knowledge</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Works well in a fast-paced, team environment</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Good communication skills both verbal and written</li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Ability to repetitively lift up to 50 pounds</li> </ul> Previous experience in a manufacturing or similar environment is preferred, but not required. 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 <a href="https://corporate.jeld-wen.com/">corporate.JELD-WEN.com</a> or follow <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeld-wen">LinkedIn</a>. 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. Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees will accrue up to 15 days’ vacation leave annually and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees can also enroll in the following company benefit programs including, 401k Retirement Savings Plan, Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Discount Program. Expected pay for this role is between $26.80 to $29.61 per hour and is based on experience and qualifications. 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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