JTS · 9 hours ago
Paint Lead - Caldwell
JTS is a company seeking a Paint Lead responsible for overseeing daily operations in the paint department. This role involves training and supervising team members, managing workflow, and ensuring that all painting tasks are completed safely and efficiently to meet production goals.
Industrial ManufacturingManufacturingService IndustrySmall and Medium Businesses
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate the work of painters on the production floor
Schedule and prioritize painting tasks to meet production deadlines
Perform complex painting tasks using HVLP spray guns and ensure quality standards are met
Train, coach, and mentor junior painters and new team members
Monitor painting operations to identify and correct flaws such as blisters or streaks
Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and delivery standards
Review and approve team members’ timecards and manage time punches in the HRIS system
Conduct performance evaluations and implement disciplinary actions when necessary
Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the paint department
Collaborate with other departments to align painting tasks with overall production schedules
Ensure buildings are sealed and weatherproof as required
Complete and verify quality checklists at each stage of the painting process
Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers and power equipment
Perform surface preparation tasks such as filing, grinding, sanding, and smoothing
Maintain a clean and organized work environment
Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Manager
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
5+ years of industrial or commercial painting experience, including leadership responsibilities
Proficiency in HVLP spray painting and surface preparation techniques
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations related to painting operations
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
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
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Preferred
Experience in a production or metal fabrication environment preferred
Company
JTS
JTS, a Mission Critical Group Company, is a proud American industrial manufacturer specializing in the areas of Power Packaging and Power Distribution.