Job Description

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Group Lead to join our growing team.

Day Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:30am to 3:00pm

Requirements:

• Complying with JELD-WEN EH&S requirements, legal requirements including policies, standards, rules, and programs
• Must be able to work as part of a team and execute JELD-WEN Vision and Values
• Prior experience within a high-volume shipping department is a definite asset.
• Prior experience within Jeld-Wen would also be considered a strong asset.
• Must demonstrate a high level of ambition & initiative.
• Must be quality conscious.
• Must possess good verbal and written communications abilities.
• Must have a minimum of high-school level mathematical skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct the work of the Shipping Dept dock workers including, but not limited to:

• Accumulating necessary shipping documentation from Shipping Administrator;
• Staging orders;
• Loading product on Jeld-Wen and/or 3rd-party transports;
• Coordination with 3rd-party carriers;
• Confirming orders loaded;
• Completing and submitting shipping documentation to Shipping Administrator;
• Coordinating preparation of Lowe\'s stock orders.
• Ensure the quality of all products and paperwork leaving the Shipping Department meet Jeld-Wen\'s standards.
• Assist in the training of co-workers on equipment, methods & paperwork.
• Assist Group Manager with sequencing of orders in department.
• Assist Group Manager in maintaining acceptable inventory levels for the department.
• Work towards the prevention of loss of materials.
• Communicate instructions from Group Manager to co-workers as required.
• Wear all necessary personal protective equipment and ensure workforce complies with Cardinal Rules
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the assigned Department.
• Maintain shipping metrics as required.
• Always promote and participate in a safe working environment
• Assist with start up meetings and conduct when Group Manager is not available
• Problem-solve using JELD-WEN\'s Excellence Module
• Effectively work with other plant LH\'s to ensure product is available for delivery.
• Administer/collect and check hourly time tickets for assigned area as required.
• Give updates to manager for standard operating procedures
• Assist Group Manager with scrap reporting as required.
• Any other duties assigned by your Group Manager

Lead Hand Competencies and Behavioral Expectations:

• Reporting of Incidents for WSIB.
• Reporting of Harassment and Violence.
• Reporting of absences.
• Act as liaison between the shipping docks and management.
• Ensure clarification from Manager to any questions/concerns.
• Act as an extension of the Manager.
• Take Initiative, Ownership, think like a customer - think QUALITY!
• Report suspicious behavior.
• Treat people with respect.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiates.
• Work as a team, be friendly, courteous and communicate between departments - we are all ONE JELD-WEN.
• Work with vacation management - ensure there is coverage with temps etc.

Who We Are

Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, JELD-WEN is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance interior and exterior building products, offering one of the broadest selections of windows, interior and exterior doors, and wall systems. JELD-WEN delivers a differentiated customer experience, providing construction professionals with durable, energy-efficient products and labor-saving services that help them maximize productivity and create beautiful, secure spaces for all to enjoy. The JELD-WEN team is driven by innovation and committed to creating safe, sustainable environments for customers, associates, and local communities. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN\xc2\xae worldwide; LaCantina\xe2\x84\xa2 and VPI\xe2\x84\xa2 in North America; Swedoor\xc2\xae and DANA\xc2\xae in Europe; and Corinthian\xc2\xae, Stegbar\xc2\xae, and Breezway\xc2\xae in Australia.

In 2022, Newsweek named JELD-WEN as one of America\'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 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.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

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