Production Operator - 2nd Shift

Employee Owned Brands; Carroll, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Leer Inc. is seeking a reliable Production Operator to join the Carroll, IA manufacturing team. The role supports daily production goals by following SOPs, quality standards, and safety regulations. Operators will run equipment, perform inspections, and document data with accuracy.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and can read blueprints, use hand tools, and participate in safety-focused operations. Forklift experience is a plus, and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing or construction is a plus.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and equipment according to procedures.
• Perform routine inspections and basic troubleshooting.
• Conduct quality checks and record production data accurately.
• Follow safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Report malfunctions, safety concerns, or quality issues to supervisors.
• Meet production targets and deadlines as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Independence

Teamwork

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Drills

Saws

Small hand tools

Tape measures

Blueprint reading

Job description

Leer is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Production Operator to join our production team. The Production Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining production equipment to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing of products. This role supports daily production goals by following standard operating procedures, quality standards, and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and equipment according to established procedures.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic troubleshooting.
• Conduct quality checks and document production data accurately.
• Follow all safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or quality issues to supervisors.
• Meet production targets and deadlines as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in manufacturing or construction a plus
• Forklift experience a plus

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, strong math skills, and a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in using drills, saws and small hand tools efficiently and safely
• Proficiency in reading and using tape measures
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Adherence to all safety policies and protocols
• Ability to work mandatory overtime as needed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 20-50 pounds on a continual basis
• Ability to safely operate drills, table saws and hand tools
• Ability to stand on concrete for up to 10 hours a day

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Leer Inc is the world’s leading manufacturer of retail ice merchandising equipment, walk-in coolers and freezers, and other temperature controlled storage solutions.

We have 3 manufacturing plants – 2 in New Lisbon WI, and 1 in Carroll IA.

We are an employee owned business, part of the Employee Owned Brands, Inc. group, and we share our wealth and success through an ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

We are one of America’s oldest and most successful employee owned groups, that has been committed to manufacturing excellence in America’s heartland for over 125 years.