Production Specialist | Fri.-Sun 12 hr shifts

OUR COMPANYJELD-WEN (NYSE:JELD), founded in 1960, 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 aluminium windows and related products for use in the new construction and repair and remodelling of residential homes and non-residential buildings.Our products and services afford us the opportunity to enter peoples’ workplaces, homes and daily lives. With this privilege comes great responsibility to ensure that the products we deliver are reliable and enrich the places and lives that they touch. We bring beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives.We act with integrity, invest in people, inspire through innovation, deliver on our promises and improve every day. We are seeking talented individuals who share this purpose and values and want to excel in their field of expertise. We offer excellent benefits, a collaborative environment in which to apply your talent and a dynamic and growing company, with exceptional career progression opportunities.SHIFT:Fri, Sat & Sun 12 hour shiftsJOB OVERVIEW:The primary role of the Production Lead is to assist the Production Supervisor in the efficient operation of the department with a focus on safety, quality, reliability and productivity.PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:* Actively support and participate in the company’s safety and health program.* Oversee departmental activities per standard operating procedures.* Work with Line Supervisor in the assignment and supervision of personnel in order to achieve an efficient operation at all times* Become an expert in all positions in order to train and fill-in as needed.* Understand the products we use and how to locate and stage in a way to maximize productivity.* Be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.* Process driven with a focus on continuous improvement.* Assists workers in analyzing and correcting problems encountered in job assignments in order to perform work according to standard operating procedures.* Support associates in understanding company policies and practices.* Other tasks as assigned.WORKING CONDITIONS:* Lifting in excess of 50 pounds* Standing/walking 10 hours per dayREQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:* High School Diploma or Equivalent.* 2 – 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in with vinyl products industry.* Thorough working knowledge of our window system procedures and understanding of our culture.* Compute basic math problems involving fractions, addition, subtraction, division and multiplication.* Strong verbal and written communications skills.* Proven problem solving and organization skills.* Works well in a team environment with a diverse workforce.* Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.* Experience using Microsoft Office products and general office equipment.JELD-WEN is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.Unless explicitly requested or approached by JELD-WEN, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services