Maintain workflow between workers and departments, adjusting for schedule changes as needed
Motivate team members to complete assignments in a timely, accurate manner, ensuring effective use of personnel
Train new powder coat employees to bring them up to speed in a timely manner
Communicate with all levels of the organization to keep employees informed of schedules, changes, and job-related information
Powder Coat Process & Quality
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 appropriate coatings and prepare them by mixing substances according to formulas, using automated paint mixing equipment
Operate auxiliary machines and equipment used in the coating process
Attach hoses and nozzles to machines using wrenches and pliers, adjusting for proper spray dispersion
Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders for workers
Monitor all production for quality, making adjustments as necessary
Inspect products and equipment for defects or malfunctions
Troubleshoot and resolve production problems as they occur
Effectively use raw materials to reduce waste
Check all production equipment to ensure it is in good working order
Record operational data on specified forms
Safety
Work in a safe manner and promote safety among all employees: Key Stakeholders, Production Manager, Powder Coat Team Members, Quality Assurance, and other Production Department Supervisors
What We're Looking For
3 to 5 years of manufacturing experience, with hands-on powder coating experience strongly preferred
Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in an effective, safe manner
Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred, but not required
Welding experience helpful, but not required
Must be detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
Project management skills a plus
Minimum high school diploma or GED
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Ability to bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders
Ability to work 40 to 50 hours per week
