Career Opportunities at JELD-WEN: LOADER

We Make Doors – Where they lead is up to you…

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 primary role of a Loader is to perform tasks with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity.

What We Do

• Prepare vinyl lineals for production using a lamination process


• Saw and machine vinyl and metal to prepare for window and door assembly utilizing CNC saws and mills.


• Assemble windows and patio doors.

Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.


• Process driven with a focus on continuous improvement.


• Assists co-workers in analyzing and correcting problems encountered in job assignments in order to perform work according to standard operating procedures.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing and office areas are climate controlled.


• Advancement opportunities: promoting from within is prioritized.


• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50lbs throughout the shift.


• Standing/walking 10 hours per day.


• Ability to lift 25-50 pounds regularly, occasionally team lift up to 75 pounds


• Must be able to work overtime as required.


• Must wear appropriate PPE and maintain a safe working environment.


• Understand quality standards and perform quality work including raw material, WIP, and finished goods inspection.


• Be able to read and understand all paperwork and labels associated with production schedules.


• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly fashion.


• Must meet production rates.


• Palletize, band, wrap, stage, and load trucks for outbound shipments.


• Inspect all outgoing merchandise to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with order requirements.


• Work safely and cautiously around people, machinery, and equipment.


• Select items from designated storage locations to fulfill shipping orders.


• Must perform any other tasks assigned by Manager.

Required Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.


• Stable work history with preferred 2 – 3 years of manufacturing experience.  Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.


• Strong verbal and written communications skills.


• Proven problem solving and organization skills.


• Works well in a team environment with a diverse workforce.


• Basic Conflict Resolution skills.


• 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 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.