LEER - Lamination Production

JB Poindexter & Co•Milton, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LEER Group, LLC is North America’s largest manufacturer and supplier of fiberglass and aluminum truck caps and tonneau covers. Founded in the late 1960s, LEER is the most recognized and top-selling brand in the truck cap industry. LEER Group is a subsidiary of J.B. Poindexter & Co., a privately held diversified manufacturing company. LEER is seeking dependable, motivated, and safety-conscious individuals to join our manufacturing team as General Laborers. This position supports the production of fiberglass truck caps and related products through a variety of manufacturing, assembly, material handling, and finishing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a commitment to quality, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Previous manufacturing, warehouse, assembly, or production experience preferred.
Ability to read and understand work instructions and safety procedures.
Basic math and measurement skills.
Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and additional shifts as required.
Ability to see with or without correction.
Ability to hear at normal speaking levels without correction.
Able to work 8-12 hours standing and able to move in between departments.
Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, use feet and legs/hands and arms, and ability to bend arms and kneel constantly.
Job requires lifting up to 45 lbs, pushing and pulling heavy truck caps, and reaching.
Must be able to work with hands.
Ability to follow and understand directions/ do repetitive tasks.
Ability to work in hot, cold, rainy weather, be around noise/dust/chemicals, and moving equipment such as forklifts.
Expresses oneself effectively both orally and in written form. Communicate plans and activities in a manner that supports strategies for employee involvement. Actively listens to others.
Identifies and collects information relevant to the problem. Uses brainstorming techniques to create a variety of choices. Selects the best course of action by identifying all the alternatives and then makes a logical assumption.
Uses Emotional Intelligence to identify, assess, and control the emotions of oneself and of others. Treats others with respect, trust, and dignity. Works well with others by being considerate of the needs and feelings of everyone. Promotes a productive culture by valuing individuals and their contributions.
Sets clear expectations; assigns and accepts accountability for objectives; provides feedback, recognition and enforces consequences.
Capably embraces, manages, and leads change across the organization while helping others effectively deal with the effects of change.
Provides feedback and encourages learning by team members; creates growth opportunities for others; transfers knowledge to others and challenges them to develop their own solutions.
Persuades others; builds consensus through give and take; gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals.
Connects and build relationships with others inside and outside the organization develops highly effective teams and alliances.
Makes timely decisions with well-developed judgment, while considering alternatives and risks. and other critical decision factors.
Able to think analytically and apply a process of problem identification, solution development, and implementation.
Proven knowledge and execution of Lean methods, as modeled after the Toyota Production System.

Nice To Haves

Prior manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with the manufacturing and assembly of fiberglass truck caps and related products.
Load, unload, move, and stage materials throughout the facility.
Prepare molds, parts, and components for production operations.
Perform trimming, sanding, grinding, drilling, and finishing tasks as required.
Support assembly operations using hand and power tools.
Inspect products for defects and report quality concerns to supervisors.
Follow production schedules and work instructions to meet daily output goals.
Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.
Properly wear and maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S and housekeeping standards.
Report unsafe conditions, incidents, or equipment issues immediately.
Participate in safety meetings and training programs.
Perform work according to established quality standards.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and workplace safety.
Assist with reducing scrap, rework, and waste.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Work effectively with supervisors and fellow team members.
Communicate production concerns and equipment issues promptly.
Assist in cross-training efforts and support other departments as needed.
Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a positive attitude.