Job Description
Job Overview:
PWP Lead (Prep, Wire, & Paint)
Location: Manufacturing Floor
Employment Type: Full-Time
Are you a skilled manufacturing professional with hands-on trailer experience and a natural ability to guide others? Interstate Group, LLC is looking for a Prep, Wire, Paint (PWP) Lead to help run our production lines, keep our crews safe, and ensure top-quality trailers hit the road.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to take the next step in production leadership, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As the PWP Lead, you’ll serve as the right-hand support to the Production Supervisor, keeping daily operations moving smoothly while staying active on the floor.
Keep Production Moving: Monitor line flow, assist with trailer placement, verify parts/drawings, and jump in on hands-on production tasks whenever needed.
Guide & Support the Team: Assist with daily assignments, onboard and cross-train team members, and step in to lead the department when the supervisor is away.
Champion Safety: Enforce PPE usage, help correct floor hazards, and ensure everyone follows proper safety protocols for tools and materials.
Maintain Quality: Perform continuous quality checks, minimize material waste, and flag any shortages or equipment issues early.
Cross-Department Communication: Coordinate with other department leads to maintain seamless material flow and solve problems quickly.
What We're Looking For
Industry Know-How: Solid background in trailer manufacturing processes, including reading drawings, using measuring tools, and operating hand/power tools.
Leadership Mindset: Dependable, punctual, and capable of leading small teams with a team-first, problem-solving attitude.
Sharp Eye for Detail: Ability to spot safety risks, quality defects, or order mismatches before they cause delays.
Strong Communication: Able to relay production status, material needs, and personnel updates clearly to management.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for extended shifts, bend, squat, stoop, push/pull, and climb ladders/scaffolding.
Environment: Comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor settings across varying temperatures (hot/cold).
Conditions: Standard manufacturing floor conditions—exposure to noise, paint fumes, welding, grinding, and heavy machinery (PPE required and provided).
What We Offer (Benefits)
We care about our team's well-being on and off the clock. As a full-time employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package:
Great Work / Life Balance: Reliable 40-hour workweeks
Financial Future: 401(k) with Employer Match
Health & Wellness: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Family & Life Protection: Life Insurance & Pet Insurance
Flexibility & Savings: Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO)
Why Join Us?
At Interstate Group, LLC, we build quality trailers by empowering quality teams. You'll work in an environment where your experience is valued, your leadership skills can grow, and your team's safety and success are priority #1.
Interstate Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
