Paint ManagerPanelmatic is seeking an experienced Paint Manager to lead our paint and finishing operations. The Paint Manager will oversee daily painting activities, supervise paint personnel, ensure quality standards are met, and support efficient production of custom control panels and fabricated components. This role is responsible for managing workflow, maintaining safe operating practices, improving processes, and ensuring finished products meet customer specifications.The ideal candidate will have strong experience in industrial painting, surface preparation, paint application methods, and team leadership.
This position requires a hands-on leader who can balance production priorities with quality expectations while developing and supporting a skilled paint team.Job Duties:Supervise, train, and provide daily direction to painters and paint department personnelPlan, prioritize, and coordinate paint department workload to meet production schedules and customer requirementsEnsure proper preparation, coating application, and finishing techniques are followed to maintain high-quality standardsReview drawings, specifications, and work instructions to verify correct colors, coatings, finishes, and application requirementsOversee surface preparation processes including grinding, sanding, cleaning, masking, stripping, and polishingEnsure proper operation and maintenance of paint equipment including spray guns, ventilation systems, mixing equipment, and related toolsMonitor paint mixtures, viscosity, chemical ratios, and coating thickness to ensure consistent resultsInspect completed work for quality, appearance, durability, and compliance with specificationsTroubleshoot paint defects and determine corrective actions, including rework and refinishing processesMaintain inventory levels of paint, coatings, supplies, and equipment; coordinate ordering as neededDevelop and implement improvements to painting processes, efficiency, and qualityEnsure employees follow all safety procedures, including proper PPE usage, ventilation requirements, and hazardous material handling practicesPromote a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvementAssist with hiring, onboarding, training, and performance development of paint department employeesMaintain accurate production records, quality documentation, and department metricsCoordinate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and other departments to resolve issues and maintain workflowOperate painting equipment and perform hands-on painting duties as neededAbility to work in enclosed spaces and extreme heat for extended periods of time