Paint Supervisor

u003cdivu003eu003cpu003eA small manufacturer specializing in precision-fabricated metal components and assemblies seeks an experienced Paint Supervisor to lead its powder-coating and phosphate pre-treatment operations. This role is key to ensuring product quality, efficient throughput, and adherence to safety and environmental standards.u003c/pu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eJob Descriptionu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eSupervise day-to-day operations of the powder paint line and phosphate pretreatment systems for metal substrates.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eManage, train, and schedule a production team of paint line operators, loaders/unloaders, and quality technicians.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eMonitor process parameters for pretreatment, cure ovens, and powder application to ensure consistent coating quality and film thickness.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eCoordinate maintenance and calibration of spray guns, booths, ovens, conveyors, and washers.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eMaintain production schedules, minimize downtime, and ensure on-time delivery of painted components.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eOversee surface prep, chemical concentration, and rinse quality for optimal adhesion and corrosion resistance.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eCollaborate with Quality and Engineering to address paint defects, color variations, or adhesion failures.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eImplement and sustain 5S, lean, and continuous improvement initiatives within the paint department.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eEnsure compliance with all EHS, OSHA, and EPA regulations, including proper waste handling and ventilation practices.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eTrack material usage, inventory of paints and chemicals, and report performance metrics to management.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eRequired Skills u0026Experienceu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eMinimum u003cstrongu003e5 years of experienceu003c/strongu003e supervising or leading a u003cstrongu003epowder coating and phosphate pre-treatmentu003c/strongu003e operation in a u003cstrongu003emetal fabrication or manufacturingu003c/strongu003e environment.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eStrong working knowledge of u003cstrongu003epretreatment chemistryu003c/strongu003e, u003cstrongu003epowder coating application systemsu003c/strongu003e, and u003cstrongu003eoven curing processesu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eProven ability to manage teams, delegate effectively, and maintain high safety and quality standards.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eExperience troubleshooting equipment and process issues to prevent defects and downtime.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eFamiliarity with u003cstrongu003eISO 9001u003c/strongu003e, u003cstrongu003elean manufacturingu003c/strongu003e, and u003cstrongu003epreventive maintenanceu003c/strongu003e principles.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eExcellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eWillingness to work flexible shifts or overtime as production demands.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003c/divu003e ', 'location ': 'Union City, TN ', 'remote ':null, 'jobtype ': 'directhire ', 'remoteoption ': 'no ', 'featuredonjobboard ':false, 'ownedbyagency ':false, 'externalid ': 'TN90-2749319

Created: 2025-10-17