Manager of E-Coat and Industrial Water Treatment
Job Location:
Reading, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
17 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
14 October 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
How You Will Make an ImpactThe Manager of E-Coat and Industrial Water Treatment is responsible to lead and oversee operations of the E-Coat and water treatment systems across all shifts. This role will include managing personnel ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and driving system upgrades and efficiency improvements. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate records auditing the records and processes analyzing production performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Nuts and Bolts Oversee the treatment plant operator and E-Coat operator on both shifts. Supervise train and mentor personnel ensuring adherence to best practices safety protocols and company policies. Establish work priorities and monitor tasks to ensure efficient and effective operations. Plan develop and execute upgrades to the E-Coat and water treatment systems to improve performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage upgrade projects from concept to completion. Ensure all operations are compliant with discharge permits and environmental regulations. Maintain accurate records of water and chemical usage discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) and regulatory documentation. Oversee the ordering and tracking of chemicals used in the E-Coat and water treatment processes. Optimize chemical usage to maintain operational efficiency and cost control. Supervise the maintenance and repair of water treatment equipment and systems. Provide guidance on testing water samples and interpreting results to ensure optimal system performance. Apply knowledge of polymer chemistry and chemical processes to troubleshoot and enhance operations. Identify opportunities for operational improvements in efficiency quality and sustainability. Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for consistent and safe Credentials Minimum 5 years of experience in the industrial truck body or other similar sheet metal coating industry preferred or automotive E-Coat industry. 35 years of management or supervisory experience in a similar setting. Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field. WWTP Operator certification a plus Prior experience or knowledge in polymer chemistry is highly desirable. Familiarity with testing and analysis of water samples and treatment methods. Thorough understanding of safety and environmental compliance requirements Project management and organizational skills with the ability to plan organize and execute multiple projects concurrently meet deadlines and achieve desired outcomes. Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles Six Sigma methodologies and continuous improvement techniques. Commitment to safety quality and operational excellence with a customer-focused mindset and a passion for driving positive change and achieving results. Ability to oversee guide and train technicians maintenance personnel and operations We Make an ImpactAt Reading Truck we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture distribution and enhancement of work truck bodies. As the worlds largest upfitter of work trucks we continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!Some of Our Total RewardsWe offer big company perks with small company culture: Comprehensive benefits package including Medical Dental Vision and Life 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement 10 Paid Holidays Generous Footwear Eyewear and Safety Equipment Discount Program Paid Training and Development ProgramsJ.B. Poindexter & Co. Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those learn more about Careers with Reading Truck visit our careers pagehttps:// Experience:
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