Available Opportunities

AJW Architectural Products is currently seeking Assemblers and Machine Operators to join our team in Comfort, TX. The candidates should have at least one year experience in any type of assembly and/or machine operation. We are willing to train in our specific processes and machines.

SUMMARY:

• Assembly of metal lockers and washroom partitions
• Set up and operate turret punch press and press brakes, which includes:
• Loading and unloading tools
• Operating the machine control
• Maintenance of the machine
• Running parts per customer drawing
• Deburring parts while in production
• Performing secondary operations on punched parts
• Grinding, buffing and other related functions

REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of punch & die clearances, material bend allowances, and die radius for proper bending of material is preferred.
• Need to have experience reading calipers.
• Good math skills.
• Understand measurements and fractions.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.
• Good understanding of work order process.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Requires the ability to be on feet for 8 hour shift and be able to lift 60 lbs.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

SALARY: $11.00 /hour

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible for overseeing production activities related to trimming and edge banding, CNC machining, final inspection and palletizing of architectural wood doors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates and programs CNC Machines to do hardware preparation on flush wood doors. These machines will make hinge cut outs, lock function holes and window cut outs.
• Plans, assigns and executes functions according to production requirements.
• Maintains the pace in the operation according to the production goals.
• Makes sure team members follow the schedule and priorities as directed by the manager.
• Trains others as needed.
• Find process improvements to achieve and maintain production goal
• Maintains the production flow
• Controls quality in the operation.
• Works with operators and order processing staff to ensure quality and consistency on a sustained basis.
• Keeps work area clean and organized
• Alerts Management on any quality or maintenance problem
• Makes sure plant manager is aware of any problems or obstacles which prevent work from being completed as scheduled and ensures jobs are transferred to next station complete and on time.
• Assists Plant Manager with raw material inventory in the Door/TC departments, work in process and finished goods, including physical count and audit.
• Sequences the placement of finished doors for maximum throughput.
• Addresses complaints in area of operation and resolves problems.
• Fills in for CNC Machine Operator, trimming and final inspection.
• Develops and assures the safety and health of the work environment by implementing and maintaining a safety program.
• Assists Plant Manager in other duties as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Directly supervises 6-8 employees in CNC machining, trimming and final inspection. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and three years related experience and or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Woodworking manufacturing experience is preferred. Previous lead experience in a manufacturing environment is also preferred. Forklift operation experience is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Must be bilingual English/Spanish. Ability to read and interpret documents such as machine manuals, job orders, quality control and productivity logs, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

SUMMARY:

The available positions are primarily responsible for production activities related to sanding, trimming and edge banding, CNC machining (Kval Edge and Point to Point), final inspection and palletizing of architectural wood doors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains the pace in the operation according to the production goals.
• Maintains the production flow
• Reads and understands job order to set up machines accordingly.
• Controls quality in the operation.
• Keeps work area clean and organized
• Alerts Management on any quality or maintenance problem
• Makes sure Management is aware of any problems or obstacles which prevent work from being completed as scheduled and ensures jobs are transferred to next station complete and on time.
• Helps in other areas as determined by supervisor.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment with preferably Wood and/or Laminate components.
• Familiarity with Laminate (Formica, Wilsonart, Panolam) brands, patterns and fabrication
• Preferably some knowledge or association with laminate cold pressing operations
• Ability to read a tape measure and convert from English fractions to decimal equivalents and metric measurements.
• Exhibit strong team association and behavioral traits

EXPERIENCE:

Woodworking manufacturing experience is preferred. Experience with tape measure and reading and understanding blue prints and templates is preferred. Knowledge and experience with basic computer programs is desired. Forklift operation experience is preferred.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

SUMMARY:

Directs and coordinates activities of the Architectural Flush Wood Door and Composite Partition production department(s) in processing materials or manufactured products in industrial organization by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Decides how best to use Plant worker and equipment to meet production goals and schedules
• Hire, train and evaluate plant staff and workers
• Ensures production plan stays on schedule and within budget
• Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays
• Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization
• Correct and fix any production problem
• Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Develops and assures the safety and health of the work environment by implementing and maintaining a safety program
• Create ways and establish best practices through methods analysis to make the production process more efficient
• Resolves worker grievances or submits unsettled grievances to General Manager for action
• Compiles, stores and retrieves production data
• Assures quality product is produced prior to shipment
• Provide support and information for maintaining optimum levels of inventory and raw materials.
• Perform quarterly inventories
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• A college degree is preferred or some college and/or at least 3 years experience supervising a manufacturing plant
• Mandatory experience in CNC Router and machine applications and utilization
• Preferred experience and knowledge with the following equipment:
• Holzma CNC Panel Processing Centers
• IMA and HOMAG Edge banders
• Working with High Pressure Plastic laminate materials, Composite Plastics, Compact Laminate and Wood veneers and Laminating Cold Press Operations
• Double End Tenoners
• KVAL CNC Routers
• Biesse CNC Routers and Point to Point machines
• Solid Surface fabricating

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Production manager must be able to communicate fluently in English. Communication in Spanish is desirable.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

SUMMARY

Supervise and coordinate activities related to the safety and production for the Toilet Partition Products by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and three years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Metal Sheet Fabrication experience is preferred. Forklift operation experience is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review production orders and establish schedules, priorities and sequences of operations for manufacturing products to ensure optimal utilization of resources.
• Supervise, create and/or modify best manufacturing practices to ensure production and quality of products meets or exceeds customer expectations and specifications.
• Assist General Manager in reviewing production and operating reports and resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum downtime, costs and prevent operational delays.
• Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization, request upgrades or repairs needed to General Manager.
• Maintain facilities as needed, keep clean and in order.
• Assist in developing, revising and improving standard operational processes (SOP) and working practices.
• Maintain Inventory in order and up to date.
• Implement and maintain AJW’s safety program.
• Enforce compliance with standards regarding safety, attendance, discipline, quality and performance.
• Assure work is done on time and on budget without sacrificing performance goals or standards.
• Resolve worker grievances or submit unsettled grievances to Plant Manager for action.
• Personally assists in machine operation and assembly as dictated by production needs.
• Performs other duties assigned as needed.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible for the accuracy, detail, coordination and operations involving the shipment of all work orders and the receiving off all raw materials, supplies and services.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Manages the shipping and receiving dock and all designate shipping, crating and clerical personnel
• Creating bills of lading
• Working from a shipping schedule coordinate the sorting, organization, packing, crating and confirming accuracy of all items involved on any shipment
• Need to manage the physical receiving, the confirmation of material receipt, the loading and unloading of shipment receipt.
• Establish and maintain organized physical placement of receipts whereby manufacturing spends little time identifying, pulling, sorting and placement into process
• Establishes best outbound and inbound shipment structure for reduction of overall shipping cost
• Negotiate improved shipment and truck routes improving service and reducing cost for our customers
• Communication with upper and lower management on status of work through production meetings, email and other means
• Validates every shipment to ensure that precise and accurate information is place on each box, skid and crate
• Ensures all proper labeling is affixed to each shipment component
• Updates records to confirm shipment activity – document all shipments with possible photos
• Handles any package shipments through Fed-Ex or UPS
• Endeavors to improve packaging methods while reducing costs to minimize any freight damage, loss of freight and improved service
• File freight claims with carriers
• Work with Purchasing and Inventory Manager as needed to validate inventory accuracy and levels
• Serves as back up for “Hardware Manager”
• This position will perform other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

AJW Architectural Products is in need of a self-motivated and experienced HR Assistant to support our busy HR department. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support for the department, assisting with the hiring process, scheduling new employee orientations and training and entering of a high volume of employment records into our HR database. If you are a professional with a strong sense of discretion and a background in data entry, we want to hear from you.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform administrative work, including scheduling, maintaining files and sorting mail for the Human Resources department
• Enter employment data into computer database
• Track and update hourly employee leaves of absence
• Assist HR supervisors with the hiring process, including submitting job postings online and scheduling candidate interviews
• Coordinate logistics for new hire orientations and employee training sessions
• Implement and administer employee policies
• Provide high-quality advice and service to management on daily employee relations and performance management issues
• Support the HR department in implementing programs to help improve the employee experience
• Identify ways to improve policies and procedures

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree in HR-related field required (Bachelor’s preferred)
• 5+ years’ related administrative experience
• Experience in HR policies and procedures
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now is preferred
• Familiar with applicant tracking database systems an asset
• Understanding of HR best practices and current regulations an asset

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

BENEFITS:

• Health, dental and vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

AJW Architectural Products is hiring an experienced Payroll Clerk to make sure that all of our staff receive on-time paychecks and understand their salaries thoroughly. We’ll rely on our payroll clerk to audit and verify all time keeping records of employees’ hours worked as well as any deductions or withholdings required to comply with state and federal law. We also need a professional who is willing to work cross-departmentally with accounting to ensure the entire business runs as smoothly as possible.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Verify timekeeping records and consult employees about any discrepancies
• Record payroll data in our software system and verify all amounts prior to cutting checks
• Alter employee tax status as needed as well as any information about withholding
• Initiate direct deposits
• Change employee banking records when necessary to process payments accurately
• Record employee complaints, questions and concerns about payroll services and communicate those issues to HR manager
• Maintain compliant policies and procedures for processing payroll checks

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma/GED required (Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field preferred)
• Minimum one year payroll department experience
• Ability to process basic functions and formulas in Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with payroll software a plus
• Strong attention to detail required

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

SUMMARY:

Completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries.
• Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities; verifying federal id numbers; scheduling and preparing checks; resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation; insuring credit is received for outstanding memos; issuing stop-payments or purchase order amendments.
• Maintains accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions.
• Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Maintains historical records by microfilming and filing documents.
• Disburses petty cash by recording entry; verifying documentation.
• Reports sales taxes by calculating requirements on paid invoices.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years’ experience in an accounting related position or equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced user of MS Word, Excel, and other Office applications.

SALARY: $15.00-18.00 per hour

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

AJW Architectural Products is seeking a Relationship Manager to join our team in New Windsor, NY.

SUMMARY:

This position is primarily the point of contact for managing business relationships to drive revenue by providing superior customer service and solutions for all company products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Generates new and repeat sales by performing quote follow up. Quote follow up is done on a daily basis for designated quotes according to established criteria and reporting guidelines.
• Performs job follow up for existing orders to keep sales forecast and backlog current.
• Coordinates the resolution of all customer issues regarding quotes, listing, shipping dates, missing components, freight damage and others.
• Assists and educates existing customers, new customers and architects with questions related to all products offered by AJW Architectural Products and similar product offered in the market.
• Quotes additions to open jobs (different phases, different material)
• Enters new PO orders and after shipment orders
• Process returns and issues corresponding credits
• Refers contractors and sends other leads to distributors
• Acts as liaison between internal areas in regards to communication of quotes and jobs.
• Helps train and develop current team and new hires
• Occasional customer visits for product introduction and presentations
• Prepare and present informational territory presentations

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Associates degree or equivalent; and 3 years of related experience in a manufActuring company or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solver
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Comfortable with group presentations
• Interested in Sales Development

BENEFITS:

• Health, dental and vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

SALARY: $16.00 to $19.00 /hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage the Wood Door Order processing department to include all estimating functions, all customer service functions, all wood door project detailing of work order for submittal to customer for approval and for manufacturing
• Coordinates the resolution of all customer issues as it relates to estimates, drafting, listing for production, establishment of shipment dates and other related matters
• Negotiates work for the division
• Assists customers and clients with questions and concerns
• Processes any warranty work
• With the production team – meetings frequently to discuss and establish resolution to conflicts or issues involving production of any and all work orders
• Grow the Wood Door business through current and existing work or through the establishment and introduction or launch of new products or features

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Assists with quotation requests to expedite workflow.
• Enters incoming distributor orders, utilizing internal codes to translate end user product descriptions into a standard format for handling.
• Communicates with distributors as required to clarify order changes in material, size, color, finish, core type, ship date, ship to address etc.
• Assists with training of other employees as required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

One year certificate from college or technical school is preferred; and three years related experience and/or training is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. Experience with a drafting software and ability to read blue prints is required.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible for producing CAD drawings used for the manufacturing of Division 10 Specialties Products – including facilities and equipment. AutoCAD designers will work in a team environment including drafters, engineers, plant managers, and others as required, to ensure accuracy, best practices and low cost solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Organizes work load to prioritize for quick-ship orders, standard lead-time orders, orders going into production, orders going out for approval to contractors or distributors and modifications for final submission.

Prepare drawings for:

• Assembly drawings - including fastening methods and other requirements- to support manufacturing processes and serve as a visual guide during manufacturing.
• Facilities layouts including utilities and equipment details.
• Individual parts drawings for internal use as well as vendor communication/ negotiation.
• Detailed CAD drawings for Division 10 Products showing floor, elevation and sectional views.

Prints plots, or publishes for estimating, bidding and production.

Confers with managers or engineering personnel to resolve discrepancies and compile required changes to documents.

Maintains and files related documents.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Associates degree in Computer Drafting or a minimum of 3 years work experience with AutoCAD, Auto Sketch, or Inventor; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read blue prints is required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of drafting software (i.e. AutoCAD), Internet software; Manufacturing software; Order Processing systems and Spreadsheet software.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Customer Service Oriented
• Detailed Oriented

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible for producing CAD drawings used for the manufacturing of Division 10 Specialties Products – including facilities and equipment. AutoCAD designers will work in a team environment including drafters, engineers, plant managers, and others as required, to ensure accuracy, best practices and low cost solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Organizes work load to prioritize for quick-ship orders, standard lead-time orders, orders going into production, orders going out for approval to contractors or distributors and modifications for final submission.

Prepare drawings for:

• Assembly drawings - including fastening methods and other requirements- to support manufacturing processes and serve as a visual guide during manufacturing.
• Facilities layouts including utilities and equipment details.
• Individual parts drawings for internal use as well as vendor communication/ negotiation.
• Detailed CAD drawings for Division 10 Products showing floor, elevation and sectional views.

Prints plots, or publishes for estimating, bidding and production.

Confers with managers or engineering personnel to resolve discrepancies and compile required changes to documents.

Maintains and files related documents.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Associates degree in Computer Drafting or a minimum of 3 years work experience with AutoCAD, Auto Sketch, or Inventor; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read blue prints is required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of drafting software (i.e. AutoCAD), Internet software; Manufacturing software; Order Processing systems and Spreadsheet software.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Customer Service Oriented
• Detailed Oriented

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

APPLY:

To submit an application for employment at AJW, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].