Paint Department Supervisor - Nampa

JTS•Nampa, ID

13h•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in metal fabrication or production environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

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.