Paint Line Supervisor

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead paint line employees, material handlers, and support staff
• Coordinate daily production activities to meet customer deadlines and production targets
• Maintain paint processes to ensure proper application and finish quality
• Oversee pretreatment, curing ovens, and coating thickness requirements
• Paint processes and tooling, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Train employees on standard work, safety procedures, and quality expectations
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to resolve equipment and process issues
• Analyze performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Complete production reports, attendance tracking, and performance documentation
• Meet regularly on a formal basis with Management Team to review production results and improvement priorities
• Evaluate interpersonal skills, provide feedback, and recommend methods to improve interpersonal communications
• Schedule and assign personnel to work according to the demand of the manufacturing schedules

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or Equivalent
• At least 5 years of experience in automotive painting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role
• Familiarity with OEM paint standards and procedures
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, color codes, and safety data sheets
• Leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Basic computer skills for reporting and inventory management

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods on concrete surfaces
• Frequent movement, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Work around paint booths, ovens, conveyors, and chemical systems
• Wear required personal protective equipment

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and vacation days
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance
• A flexible spending account
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What Our Employees Have to Say

• "It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities."
• "Lots of growth opportunity."
• "The company's young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable."

Work Environment

• Manufacturing/production facility environment
• Moderate to high noise levels
• May be exposed to extreme heat in certain production areas
• Requires adherence to strict safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)