Painter – 2nd Shift

Leer Inc.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Paid Time Off – 3 weeks

11 paid holidays

Health insurance (subsidized)

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Shoe stipend – steel toes

Cares program – fitness discounts

Community involvement hours

Job summary

Leer Inc. is seeking a second-shift paint/assembly operator to prep, paint, and service production units. You will follow SOPs, operate washers and painting equipment, and maintain tools on a fast-paced line.

Essential duties include unit prep, painting, repairs, and PMs; strong attention to detail and reliable attendance are required. Leer is employee-owned and offers ESOP distributions and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must understand and be able to follow ALL safe operating procedures & requirements.
• Must possess a cooperative attitude.
• Must be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to understand and execute instructions.
• Must be able to wear all safety equipment including breathable air hood and half masks.

Responsibilities

• Prep units, including washing units, drying seams, checking for/repairing dents, taping breakers, and following paperwork.
• Paint Units and change out paints.
• Clean paint and wash equipment.
• Repair damaged units.
• Use proper technique using putty and fillers.
• Perform Paint PMs as assigned.
• Must be willing to work schedule as assigned by supervisor or lead.
• Work on front assembly line as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety compliance

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Punctual and reliable

Self-motivated

Tools

Washer

Painting equipment

Job description

Shift: 2nd (1:00pm – 9:30pm)

Responsibilities

Prep units, which includes washing units, drying seams, checking for/repairing dents, taping breakers, checking, and following paperwork

Paint Units

Change out paints

Clean paint and wash equipment

Repair damaged units

Use proper technique using putty and fillers

Perform Paint PMs as assigned

Must be willing to work schedule as assigned by supervisor or lead

Work on front assembly line as required

All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must understand and be able to follow ALL safe operating procedures & requirements

Must possess a cooperative attitude

Must be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision

Must be able to understand and execute instructions

Must be able to operate washer and painting equipment

Must have high attention to detail

Ability to work independently and be a self starter

Must be able to wear all safety equipment including breathable air hood and half masks

Essential Functions

Must be willing and able to work in warm environment during summer months

Paint experience strongly preferred

Ability to lift/push pull 50-100 lbs., plus on a continual basis.

Ability to reach overhead and/or above shoulder height frequently.

Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Ability to use repetitive motions.

Ability to be on time and at work daily.

Must have a flexible work schedule.

So, what do you get out of working at Leer, Inc. beyond a friendly work environment and the best teammates around? A competitive compensation package that other manufacturers can’t beat. Take a look.

ESOP Distributions

• An ESOP is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Like mentioned above, Leer Inc. is 100% employee owned. That means you will be an employee-owner and own a piece of the company. Trust us when we say, if you include your yearly ESOP payments, we offer a compensation package that’s difficult to beat. Don’t believe us? Stop in and we’ll show you.
• Generous Paid Time Off (Starts at 3-Weeks in 1st Full Year)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance (Subsidized by Leer)
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer)
• Life Insurance (Paid by Leer)
• Shoe stipend for steel toes
• Cares Program – up to 50% off fitness equipment or gym membership
• Community involvement hours

Be part of making iconic products that make all the difference in hospitals, restaurants, and more. We’re proud to be an essential business and support other industries who keep us healthy and fed.

Leer, Inc. is a growing company that is all about our team members. Really. We’re 100% employee-owned.

What does employee-owned mean?

As an employee-owner at Leer Inc., you’ll have a direct stake in our success. Through our employee ownership program, you’re not just part of the team, you’re an owner helping to shape our future. We value initiative, collaboration, and a long-term mindset, and we reward your contributions with shared growth and equity.