Senior Production Specialist

JELD-WEN, Inc.

. Start up, operate, monitor, and shut down boiler and support equipment .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeDodson • Louisiana • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining boiler systems, including performing preventive maintenance and ensuring safety compliance. Proficient in chemical testing, quality documentation, and effective communication with team members to maintain operational efficiency.

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Boiler OperationChemical TestingPreventive MaintenanceForklift OperationSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Boiler StartupBoiler ShutdownDryer Tube CleaningCell CleansSoot BlowsChip Quality TestingRecord KeepingEquipment MonitoringMaintenance AssistanceRaw Material Handling

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CoordinationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

ForkliftBoiler Support EquipmentRaw Material Handling Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

PPE ComplianceFull-Face Respirator Approval

Industry Keywords

SQDCILockout/TagoutConfined SpaceFall ProtectionHazard Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Start up, operate, monitor, and shut down boiler and support equipment
Operate raw material handling and boiler air systems
Clean dryer tubes as scheduled
Ensure raw material is unloaded and stored in the proper silo
Perform cell cleans and soot blows to maintain boiler efficiency
Mix, log, and test boiler chemicals and take necessary action
Participate in SQDCI
Test and document chip quality against specifications
Perform system cleanup and empty ash hoppers
Maintain housekeeping in the Boilerhouse and unloading/silo areas
Communicate equipment-monitoring needs with the fiberline operator
Coordinate with incoming and outgoing personnel to ensure shift continuity
Report operational issues, supply issues, maintenance needs, hazards, and accidents or injuries to management
Maintain accurate written and electronic records and data
Make equipment rounds and report worn or malfunctioning equipment
Perform or assist with maintenance and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime
Operate forklifts and other equipment
Learn other departmental roles to provide short-term coverage
Follow company policies and perform other duties assigned by management
Use proper precautions around radioactive devices
At higher pay levels, train associates to perform assigned tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to start up, operate safely and efficiently, and shut down boiler, support equipment, raw material handling systems, and boiler air systems
Ability to clean dryer tubes as scheduled
Ability to mix, log, and test boiler chemicals
Ability to perform cell cleans and soot blows
Ability to perform chip-quality testing and accurately record results
Ability to operate a forklift and other equipment as necessary
Familiarity with equipment components, subsystems, support systems, and terminology
Ability to perform or assist with maintenance and preventive maintenance tasks
Ability to learn and cover Fiberline Assistant and Fiberline Operator duties
Ability to maintain complete and accurate written and/or electronic records
Ability to follow company policies, safety training, lockout/tagout, confined-space, fall-protection, forklift, PPE, emergency-preparedness, hazard-communication, electrical-safety, and blood-borne-pathogen procedures
Must use required PPE, including eye protection, hearing protection, steel-toe footwear, and fall protection where applicable
Must be approved for full-face respirator use when required
Overtime may be required
Must maintain required tools for use on the job

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Medical and dental benefits
Generous leave policies
Retirement program