Prefinish Lead

PREFINISH LEAD

Schwieters Companies is a family-owned and oriented company specializing in millwork, doors, cabinets, and hardware. Our team offers a turnkey solution for these interior finishes including procurement, pre-fabrication, delivery, and installation. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, we have built and maintained strong customer relationships for over 40 years.

Our team and operations are fundamentally rooted in our 4 keys: safety, efficiency, impression, and relationships.

Here at Schwieters, communication is at the heart of our business model which is why we aim to make sure that every employee is heard and feels valued. Relationship building is paramount in what we do every day for both our team and our customers.

Schwieters Companies is hiring a full-time, Prefinish Lead to join our team.

If you are looking for an opportunity to advance with a growing company and enjoy seeing the beauty of craftsmanship come to life, this is the company for you.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate automated paint line

Lead processes and workload under direction of Warehouse Manager

Accountable for the product and assembly team is working on

Inspect all material for quality

Order paint and maintain inventory levels

Maintenance of paint guns and pump

Match stain samples

Pick material using a stand/sit forklift

Manage orders to be completed in full and on time

Use a scan gun to check inventory and properly adjust where material is at

Have constant communication with Warehouse Manager on progress with work orders

Work together with a team throughout the warehouse to achieve maximum efficiency with 100% complete and on-time deliveries

Other duties as assigned

BENEFITS

Medical/Dental – Monthly premiums are paid by the company

Vacation/Holiday pay

401(k) with a 3% company match

Paid weekly

Early access to earned wages through payroll program

Short Term Disability, Life, Accident, and Vision

QUALIFICATIONS

Lead/supervisor experience

Prefinish/coatings experience required

5S and lean manufacturing knowledge a plus

Comfortable using a forklift (previous forklift experience preferred)

Candidate must have a good work history

Able to lift 50+ pounds

Self-motivated, self-directed team player and team builder

Able to understand and follow written and/or verbal instructions, have good communication skills (verbal and written), and be detail oriented

Capable of standing for extended periods of time

Flexible in working overtime when necessary

Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen (this is a safety-sensitive position)

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday, 6am-2:30pm, overtime as needed

PAY

$25+/hr. (determined by experience)

ABOUT US

Schwieters Companies was founded in 1982 by Joel Schwieters, who trimmed 40 homes during his first year in business. Since then, we have grown to become the premier turnkey solution to interior finishes, expanding our portfolio to include both residential and commercial projects of all sizes, and successfully completing over 80,000 units nationwide.

Schwieters Companies is built on the premise of doing the job right the first time. We set ourselves apart by hiring the right people, setting high-quality standards, and making innovation a priority. Throughout our facilities, we take pride in having a family-orientated atmosphere, a clean work environment, and placing an emphasis on safety in all we do. We are invested in our communities and encourage active engagement.