Powder Coat Supervisor

Global Power Components•North Bergen, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Powder Coat Supervisor leads a team of powder coating production workers to meet the daily requirements of a demanding production schedule. This is a working supervisor role: the Supervisor oversees the team and also participates hands-on in the powder coat process, ensuring quality, safety, and throughput on the line. The role works closely with the Production Manager and coordinates department activities, personnel, and workflow to meet production goals. The Supervisor sets up and operates coating machines for steel and aluminum parts, prepares and selects coatings, monitors coating quality, and adjusts the process as needed. The role also involves inspecting products and equipment, troubleshooting production problems, minimizing material waste, maintaining equipment, and recording operational data. The position is onsite five days per week in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and is temp-to-hire after an initial period of three or more months.

Requirements

Three to five years of manufacturing experience; hands-on powder coating experience is strongly preferred.
At least two years of supervisory experience.
Ability to work effectively and safely in a fast-paced environment.
High school diploma or GED at minimum.
Detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders.
Ability to work 40 to 50 hours per week.

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
Welding experience.
Project management skills.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Production Manager to meet production goals.
Coordinate daily powder coat department activities and delegate responsibilities to shift personnel.
Plan and organize assigned workers’ tasks to meet the production schedule.
Maintain workflow between workers and departments, adjusting to schedule changes as needed.
Motivate team members to complete assignments accurately and on time, using personnel effectively.
Train new powder coat employees.
Communicate schedules, changes, and job-related information to employees across the organization.
Set up and operate machines to coat steel and aluminum parts with powder paint.
Determine coating flow, viscosity, and quality through visual inspection and use of viscometers.
Select coatings and prepare them by mixing substances according to formulas using automated paint mixing equipment.
Operate auxiliary coating-process machines and equipment.
Attach hoses and nozzles to machines using wrenches and pliers, and adjust them for proper spray dispersion.
Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders for workers.
Monitor production quality and make adjustments as necessary.
Inspect products and equipment for defects or malfunctions.
Troubleshoot and resolve production problems as they occur.
Use raw materials effectively to reduce waste.
Check production equipment to ensure it is in good working order.
Record operational data on specified forms.
Work safely and promote safety among employees.