Paint Manager

Maintainer Corp of Iowa • Sheldon, IA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Maintainer is looking for a Paint Department Manager to lead daily operations across all paint areas. This role is responsible for managing people, processes, quality, and safety to ensure products meet company and customer standards.

Requirements

• 4–5 years in industrial painting or manufacturing
• 2–3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Experience with paint prep, booth operations, and finishing processes
• Strong knowledge of paint processes and quality standards
• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions
• Team leadership and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and organization
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office or similar)

Nice To Haves

• Heavy-duty equipment or truck body experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across all paint department areas
• Coordinate production to meet schedules and delivery deadlines
• Ensure high-quality paint finishes on all products
• Identify and resolve paint defects and production issues
• Supervise, coach, and develop Paint Department employees
• Support hiring, training, and performance management
• Maintain safety standards and ensure proper use of PPE
• Monitor inventory, equipment, and supplies
• Track productivity, quality, and efficiency metrics
• Partner with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams
• Drive continuous improvement efforts

Benefits

• medical/dental insurance
• paid vacation
• holidays
• overtime
• free cell phone after 90 days
• profit sharing bonuses paid 4 times per year
• annual pay raises
• sign on bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed