Paintline & Assembly Technician

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions.Since 1941, we've positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers' unique needs - including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That's why we say we offer far more than furniture. We're Furnishing Knowledge.

Paintline & Assembly Technician

Location: Manitowoc

Shift: 2pm - Midnight (Monday through Thursday)

Starting Pay: $21.00/hour

Join Our Team in the Paint Department!

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced, supportive environment where your contributions truly matter? As a Paint line & Assembly Technican, you'll be a key part of our Paint Department, helping bring high-quality products to life through powder coating and finishing processes.

What You'll Do:

Hang hooks and parts on the paint line based on production priorities

Apply powder coat paint manually to parts

Perform color changeovers efficiently

Tape and protect parts from scratches as they come off the line

Inspect, pack, and assemble parts as needed

Support final assembly by ensuring timely delivery of painted components

Participate in continuous improvement efforts like Kaizen events

Share ideas and help reduce downtime to improve productivity What We're Looking For:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

No experience required - we'll train you!

Prior manufacturing experience is a plus

Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform frequent bending

Reliable attendance and teamwork skills Benefits:

Monthly Goal Sharing bonus program with earning potential of up to $190 per month

15 Minute paid break

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

HSA w/ Employer Contribution

Celebration of Achievements

Employee Stock Ownership Program *Once vesting period is met

Tuition Reimbursement

+ MORE!

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.