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Finisher

NOVAE LLC
Clarinda, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026

Finish/Assembly

Do you have an eye for detail and a commitment to excellence? If you have a passion for precision and a knack for problem-solving, we want to hear from you! At Novae, we see you. We’re not looking for button-pushers—we want employees who like working with your hands and take pride in doing quality work and a job well-done. We’re one of the biggest trailer manufacturers in North America—but we haven’t lost that shop-floor grit. You’ll work with a crew that pulls together, runs hard, and builds quality trailers that roll across the country every day. If you're ready for weekly pay, solid benefits, and a job where your skills actually matter, it's time to talk!

Eligible for benefits after 30 days. Steel-toe boot/shoe allowance ($200) and prescription safety glasses after 60 days. 

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse and Children)
  • 401(k) contribution after 30 days company match on first 3%
  • Weekly Accrued PTO 
  • 8 Paid Holidays 
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability 
  • Company Paid Life Insurance 

Job Summary:  

The Finisher position involves consistent hands-on work, including regular heavy lifting, to prepare trailers for delivery. Finish team members take pride in making sure each trailer is clean, fully functional, and looks its best. This includes checking electrical components, parts inspections, and overall appearance so the final product is ready for safe transport.

Our employees work as part of a team building quality trailers while providing dependable workmanship and outstanding service. The position requires working safely in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and keeping a clean, organized workspace throughout the day.

Essential Functions

  • Ensure your own safety by always using designated personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools designed and rated for the task, complying with safety regulations and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
  • Report to work on time to support production startup and throughput goals.
  • Operate all power tools and machinery on the assembly line effectively and respectfully.
  • Read and understand work orders and work instructions.
  • Perform quality checks and product inspections by completing final inspection sheets, as directed by assigned production supervisor. 
  • Perform daily inspections on equipment prior to shift startup to ensure the safety of you and your coworkers, as well as the operational effectiveness of equipment. 
  • Axle, wire, deck, and inspect trailers, as assigned by production supervisor.
  • Connect lights and test electrical components to ensure they are functioning properly.
  • Place stickers and decals on the trailer as needed.
  • Mount tires to prepare the trailer for transport.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
  • Assist in other areas and perform other duties, as needed.  (This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job.)

Qualifications and Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred or other equivalent and relevant demonstrated skills and experience.
  • Able to work 10 hour shifts with potential overtime.
  • Possess good physical stamina and coordination with the ability to safely lift up to 80 pounds with prolonged periods of standing. 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and quality.
  • Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.
  • Must be able to read and interpret work orders.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to maintain safety while working effectively and efficiently.
  • Must be able to wear all required PPE for the position, including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, face shield, steel toe footwear, knee pads, gloves.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
  • This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
  • The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 80 pounds.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

www.novae.com

Novae LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Novae LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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