2nd Shift Lead/Industrial Paint

About the role

Immediate opening for a 2nd Shift Paint Team Lead at a premier privately owned manufacturing company in Saginaw, Michigan. The company is experiencing rapid growth, projected to more than double orders in the next two years, and needs an experienced industrial painter to lead a small team and transition into a long‑term management career. The role offers a direct path to management, uncapped earning potential via a 20% shift differential and overtime, a modern automated/manual paint shop, and flexible shift structures (4/10 and 4/12 schedules).

Responsibilities

• Lead & Mentor: Oversee, train, and guide a dedicated 2nd shift team of 4 industrial painters.
• Maintain Quality: Perform rigorous quality checks to ensure all military, aerospace, and commercial coatings meet strict customer specifications.
• Hands‑On Painting: Apply specialized finishes and protective coatings using industrial spray equipment.
• Collaborate: Keep communication lines open with the 1st Shift Paint Supervisor to guarantee smooth shift handoffs.

Requirements

• Industrial Paint Background: Solid experience in industrial spray painting; backgrounds in automotive painting, defense contracting, or heavy equipment are ideal.
• Leadership Traits: Proven experience training others, managing quality control, or leading a small team.
• Autonomy: Ability to run 2nd shift painting operations independently after the day‑shift supervisor leaves at 3:30 PM.
• Work Authorization: Must be able to work in the United States without restriction.

Pay

Competitive base pay plus a 20% second‑shift differential, with premium overtime earning potential.

Schedule

2nd shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM. Flexible 4/10 and 4/12 schedules available (all starting at 3:30 PM), including weekend overtime options for 4/10s and earlier start/finish for 4/12s.