• Paint Department Supervisor

    Johnson Thermal Systems (Caldwell, ID)


    Paint Department Supervisor

     

    Caldwell, ID

     

    Full Time

     

    Manager/Supervisor

     

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    Essential Functions

    Summary :

    The Paint Supervisor leads the paint department in a fast-paced production environment, overseeing all painting operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and top-tier quality. This hands-on leadership role involves managing a team of painters, coordinating workflow, and collaborating across departments to meet production goals. The Paint Supervisor is instrumental in maintaining compliance, driving continuous improvement, and delivering high-performance finishes on industrial and commercial structures.

    Accountabilities:

    • Supervise daily operations of the paint department, including scheduling and resource allocation.

    • Oversee painting tasks using HVLP spray guns and other equipment to meet quality standards.

    • Lead and mentor team members through training, coaching, and performance evaluations.

    • Identify and resolve paint defects such as blisters, streaks, and uneven finishes.

    • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and production timelines.

    • Approve timecards and manage attendance using the HRIS system.

    • Administer disciplinary actions and conduct regular performance reviews.

    • Develop and maintain SOPs for painting and surface preparation processes.

    • Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to align departmental goals.

    • Ensure proper sealing and weatherproofing of structures.

    • Verify completion of quality checklists throughout the painting process.

    • Oversee maintenance and cleaning of sprayers and power equipment.

    • Supervise surface preparation including filing, grinding, sanding, and smoothing.

    • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

    • Report directly to the Production Manager and perform other duties as assigned.

     

    Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

    Attributes

    •Safety First: Enforces safety protocols and promotes a hazard-free environment.

    •Have Humanity: Builds a respectful and collaborative team culture.

    •Be Transparent: Communicates clearly about progress, challenges, and safety concerns.

    •Drive Innovation: Encourages process improvements and efficiency in painting operations.

    •Be Resilient: Adapts to shifting priorities and production demands.

    •Always Reliable: Delivers consistent results with attention to detail.

    •Grit: Tackles physically demanding tasks with pride and persistence.

    Required Knowledge/Experience:

    • High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.

    • Minimum 5 years of industrial/commercial painting experience, including 2 years in a supervisory role.

    • Proficiency in HVLP spray painting and surface preparation techniques.

    • Experience in metal fabrication or production environments strongly preferred.

    • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

    • Knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

    • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

    • Physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, lift up to 50 lbs, and push/pull up to 100 lbs.

    • Comfortable working from ladders up to 20 feet.

    • High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

    Work Environment and Physical Demands

    • FLSA executive and professional position paid on an hourly basis; may require workweeks over 40 hours, including weekends or holidays.

    • Primarily based in a manufacturing environment with exposure to indoor and outdoor conditions.

    •Mobility: Ability to stand, kneel, stoop, or crouch for 8–10 hours per day.

    •Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands for tools and equipment.

    •Lifting: Must lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs, following OSHA standards.

    •Visual and Auditory Requirements: Must see and hear well enough to navigate safely and communicate effectively.

    • Must pass a background check and drug screening.

    Other Duties

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.