General Production, Ligonier

General Production

Position: Production Associate Location: Ligonier, IN Shift: 2nd shift, Monday - Friday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Gathers the necessary materials, uses the appropriate hand tools, and operates applicable machinery and equipment in the various plants to support the assembly floor and the finished product while achieving production goals, quotas and objectivesAssists in the assembly operations as directed by management to achieve the goals and objectives of JELD-WEN Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to appropriate plant personnel including, but not limited to, Group Leaders, or Group Managers or quality control personnelLabels finished products to match appropriate paperwork Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations per plant policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines Reports unsafe conditions to appropriate supervisionPerforms other duties as assigned by management Perform repetitive type assembly functions using hand or power tools, and applicable machinery and equipment to assist in the assembly of the JELD-WEN product line Retrieve raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products for proper assembly Must check the quality of material pulled from raw stock and manufactured materials, and assure correct type, amount, and appropriate dimensions for assemblyPlaces materials and parts in specified relationship to each other Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED Ability to read a tape measure accurately Ability to multiply, divide, add and subtract Must have the ability to read and comprehend basic verbal and written instructions Ability to work in an environment where exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and machines, vibrations and loud noisesAbility to adhere to all safety protocols including OSHA guidelines as mentioned above are mandatory Ability to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl The employee must occasionally and/or frequently lift and/or move stock, materials and unfinished and finished production-oriented materials in and near their work areas that weigh between 10 and 75 poundsThe ability and motivation to learn The ability to work in a manufacturing and fast paced environment Very energetic and enthusiastic Responsible attitude Results driven Must be able to pass background check and drug screen Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed Preferred Qualifications:Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. 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.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.