Paint Engineering Supervisor

Cis Global • Anoka, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. Join nVent as a Paint Engineering Supervisor, where you'll lead a high-performing team of technicians in powder coating and foam-in-place operations. This role blends hands-on technical expertise with leadership, offering opportunities to innovate, improve processes, and deliver high-quality results in a dynamic environment. You will work on-site 5 days/week, in Anoka, MN.

Requirements

• Bachelor's (B.S.) degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial or related Engineering field required.
• Strong technical problem-solving and project management abilities.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and/or continuous improvement principles.
• Ability to navigate multi-functional environments and inspire change.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time for vendor visits, tradeshows, etc.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years in paint, powder coating, or chemical processing is preferred.
• Previous people management experience is preferred, including an ability to lead and guide engineering and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Coach, mentor, and build technical depth within a group of technicians supporting multiple value streams.
• Drive operational excellence by supervising troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, chemical monitoring, and operator training to ensure optimal approaches and continuous improvement.
• Lead sophisticated projects such as automation upgrades, ergonomic improvements, and capital equipment installations while applying structured problem-solving and driving CER execution.
• Promote a safety-first environment using risk notification tools, ergonomic analysis, and management of change.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and environmental regulations.
• Partner with process engineers, automation teams, and external vendors to deliver solutions that enhance productivity and quality.
• Enable future growth and support roadmap development for new processes and products, ensuring scalability and efficiency.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees