WHAT WE DO

• Prepare vinyl & metal materials by operating machinery (press, punch, drill, saw, welder, CNC, or laminate machine)
• Laminate vinyl lineals for use in the production of windows & doors.
• Supply VPI East with stock for production.
• Check for the quality of products and materials.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 2 – 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in/with vinyl products industry.
• Thorough knowledge of our window system procedures and understanding of our culture.
• Compute basic math problems involving fractions, addition, subtraction, division, multiplication and metric and standard measurements.
• 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.

• Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time until operations begin (target September 1st, 2024 but may be longer).
• Actively support and participate in the company’s safety and health program.
• Become an expert in this position in order to train as needed to support production needs on a daily basis.
• 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 co-workers in analyzing and correcting problems encountered in job assignments in order to perform work according to standard operating procedures.
• Direct how work is completed within their work cell/assigned area and “flex” to different positions to support production output in a professional manner.
• Depending on assigned area, may be expected to quality check, finish products in full, and assist in loading trucks.
• Using powered equipment (forklift, electric pallet jacks) to load and unload trucks.
• Must be willing to do housekeeping including cleaning restrooms.
• This is an interim role with expectations to advance to Production Specialist.