2nd Shift Paint Lead + 10% shift differential

Pro Fabrication•Madison Lake, MN

3d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Paint Lead will lead our industrial powder coat painting team by coordinating daily production schedules to produce high quality painted parts to print, within established production standards. Assist with development and maintenance of policies, processes and activities in a continuous improvement environment.

Requirements

Must be reliable, cooperative, with high attention to detail, and work well independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities at one time.
Ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly to maintain positive relationships.
Ability to read blueprints and interpret bills of materials and routings.
Strong leadership and employee development skills with the ability to provide work direction, coaching, training, and performance feedback.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and production schedules.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of workplace safety standards, chemical handling procedures, and environmental compliance requirements.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Manufacturing experience of 2-5 years.

Nice To Haves

Prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide work direction, assign tasks, and monitor work progress and employee performance.
Verify parts are hung properly and any requirements to mask, plug or protect areas of the part are performed per the job order and work instructions.
Responsible for the quality of painted parts, assembly, and packaging, able to recognize non-conforming parts.
Analyze data, determine root cause, develop implementation plans and resolve issues affecting powder coating quality and throughput.
Confirm daily procedures are followed, such as start-up and shut-down processes, and chemicals are monitored and maintained per established procedures.
Develop, recommend, and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, quality of product, and increase efficiency of department.
Coordinate routine department maintenance activities, assist with trouble shooting.
Monitors work assignments and communicates any concerns with lead.
Maintains inventory of paints, chemicals, and supplies for paint department.
Provide employee training, coaching, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Promotes safe work practices and ensures compliance with safety procedures, chemical handling requirements, environmental regulations, and company policies related to powder coating operations.
Oversees daily operation of powder coating equipment and pretreatment systems.
Verifies start-up, shutdown, maintenance, and chemical monitoring procedures are followed consistently.
Supports employee success through training, coaching, performance feedback, disciplinary action, and performance evaluations while fostering continuous development and accountability.