| Essential Functions |
Summary: The Paint Supervisor leads the paint department in a fast-paced production environment overseeing all painting operations to ensure safety efficiency and top-tier quality. This hands-on leadership role involves managing a team of painters coordinating workflow and collaborating across departments to meet production goals. The Paint Supervisor is instrumental in maintaining compliance driving continuous improvement and delivering high-performance finishes on industrial and commercial structures. Accountabilities: Supervise daily operations of the paint department including scheduling and resource allocation. Oversee painting tasks using HVLP spray guns and other equipment to meet quality standards. Lead and mentor team members through training coaching and performance evaluations. Identify and resolve paint defects such as blisters streaks and uneven finishes. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and production timelines. Approve timecards and manage attendance using the HRIS system. Administer disciplinary actions and conduct regular performance reviews. Develop and maintain SOPs for painting and surface preparation processes. Collaborate with production quality and maintenance teams to align departmental goals. Ensure proper sealing and weatherproofing of structures. Verify completion of quality checklists throughout the painting process. Oversee maintenance and cleaning of sprayers and power equipment. Supervise surface preparation including filing grinding sanding and smoothing. Maintain a clean organized and safe work environment. Report directly to the Production Manager and perform other duties as assigned. |
| Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. |
| Attributes |
| Safety First: Enforces safety protocols and promotes a hazard-free environment. Have Humanity: Builds a respectful and collaborative team culture. Be Transparent: Communicates clearly about progress challenges and safety concerns. Drive Innovation: Encourages process improvements and efficiency in painting operations. Be Resilient: Adapts to shifting priorities and production demands. Always Reliable: Delivers consistent results with attention to detail. Grit: Tackles physically demanding tasks with pride and persistence. Required Knowledge/Experience: High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred. Minimum 5 years of industrial/commercial painting experience including 2 years in a supervisory role. Proficiency in HVLP spray painting and surface preparation techniques. Experience in metal fabrication or production environments strongly preferred. Strong leadership communication and organizational skills. Knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory compliance. Ability to manage multiple priorities independently. Physical ability to stoop kneel crouch lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs. Comfortable working from ladders up to 20 feet. High attention to detail and commitment to quality. |
| Work Environment and Physical Demands |
| FLSA executive and professional position paid on an hourly basis; may require workweeks over 40 hours including weekends or holidays. Primarily based in a manufacturing environment with exposure to indoor and outdoor conditions. Mobility: Ability to stand kneel stoop or crouch for 810 hours per day. Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands for tools and equipment. Lifting: Must lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs following OSHA standards. Visual and Auditory Requirements: Must see and hear well enough to navigate safely and communicate effectively. Must pass a background check and drug screening. |
| Other Duties |
| Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. |
Required Experience:
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