Senior Production Specialist
JELD-WEN · Statesville, NC
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Production
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 18 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior production role at JELD-WEN (industrial) in Statesville, NC. (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.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Root cause, Assembly lines, EHS / safety
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Production Engineer roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $114k–$166k.
Median of the low and high ends of 12 live postings that list pay, out of 49 production engineer openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
North Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 48 other live production postings in North Carolina.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (5+ vs 7+)
Typical $114k–$166k, from 12 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 7+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Lean 45%
- ✓ Team leadership 45%
- Six Sigma 31%
- Automation 24%
- ✓ EHS / safety 22%
- ✓ Root cause 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Assembly lines, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Responsibilities
- ◆Assist Group Lead in the efficient operation of the department
- ◆Actively support and participate in the company’s safety and health program.
- ◆Ensure a safe working environment and enforce compliance with JELD-WEN policies and OSHA guidelines.
- ◆Arrive 30 minutes before shift start to gather information for turnover.
- ◆Operate various, more complex, door manufacturing equipment
- ◆Interpret detailed order tags and production documentation to ensure execution of customer
requirements
Position
Requirements
- ✓This role requires consistent physical activity throughout the shift, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials weighing up to 50 lbs independently and up to 100 lbs with team assistance.
- ✓Work may involve repetitive motions and working in a fast-paced assembly line manufacturing environment
- ✓Employees must be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per day on hard surfaces.
- ✓Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and climbing may be required to access materials and operate equipment.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret production paperwork and labels
- ✓Ability to work in hot, humid environments.
- ✓Demonstrated proficiency in using metrology instruments and recording inspection data
- ✓Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, and employees are expected to maintain a safe and clean work area.
- ✓Overtime may be required, sometimes on short notice, to meet production goals.
- ✓Must meet daily production rates while maintaining quality standards for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
- ✓Advancement opportunities are available, with a strong emphasis on promoting from within.
- ✓Additional tasks may be assigned by the Supervisor or Manager as needed to support operations.
- ✓Candidates must be comfortable working with both manual and powered tools commonly used in manufacturing and assembly environments. These include, but are not limited to:
- ✓Mallets
- ✓Putty knives
- ✓Self-retracting knives
- ✓Diagonal cutters
- ✓Glazing guns
- ✓Drills
- ✓Saws
- ✓Sanders
- ✓Vacuum hoists
- ✓Mills
- ✓Punches
- ✓Routers
- ✓Pallet jacks
- ✓Tap measures
Required Skills and Experience
- ✓High School diploma or GED required.
- ✓Minimum 5 years of experience in production, manufacturing, warehouse, or shipping, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
- ✓Minimum 2 years of experience as a Lead, Supervisor, or equivalent leadership role.
- ✓Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve root causes systematically.
- ✓Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- ✓Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- ✓Ability to maintain integrity, confidentiality, and a clear vision of business needs.
- ✓Works well in a team environment with a diverse workforce.
- ✓Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.
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 does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
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Who we are
- •VPI Quality Windows is a commercial division of JELD-WEN, Inc. that focuses on manufacturing windows and patio doors for multi-family construction with a particular focus on apartments, dormitories, senior living, and hotels.
Job Overview
- •The Lead plays a critical role in supporting daily operations across Warehouse, Shipping, Assembly, and/or Final Processing. Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor/Manager, the Lead is responsible for guiding the team at start-up, reviewing prior day results, setting daily/weekly targets, and ensuring team readiness.
- •This position emphasizes leadership, safety, quality, and productivity while driving team engagement and maintaining operational excellence through SQDCI boards, shift pass downs, and adherence to schedules.
- •Level 1 General production starts at $21.01/hr with benefits.
What We Do
- •We manufacture high-quality windows and patio doors designed for commercial and multi-family projects.
- •Our teams focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement to deliver reliable products that meet customer expectations.
- •The Lead ensures smooth daily operations, fosters team collaboration, and supports problem-solving initiatives to achieve production goals.
