Paint Line Supervisor

Longboard

$74K — $86K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or degree is a plus.
  • 3+ years in manufacturing, with 2+ years in leadership or supervisory role.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery, and quality standards.
  • Ability to read technical drawings and production specifications.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Basic computer skills, especially with ERP or production tracking software.
  • Mechanical aptitude with experience in automated equipment programming.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise, train, and support paint line team members, ensuring clear communication of procedures and quality standards.
  • Manage daily paint line production, adjusting schedules and resources to meet targets and resolve workflow challenges.
  • Enforce safety protocols and conduct safety training to promote a culture of safety.
  • Monitor product quality through inspections, collaborating with quality control teams to address issues.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and product quality.
  • Audit machinery for proper operation, coordinating repairs and preventive maintenance as needed.
  • Maintain accurate production metrics and documentation for reporting to management.

Benefits

  • Health Spending Account (Dental, Vision, Medical)
  • RRSP matching up to 4% from Day 1
  • 3 Weeks' Vacation
  • Annual Inflation Review
  • Quarterly Bonus Program
  • Catastrophic Insurance, Travel Insurance, Life Insurance & LTD
  • EI Top Up
  • Family Assistance Program
  • Boot Allowance every 18 Months
  • Annual Birthday Gift
  • Monthly Operations Lunches
  • Monthly Safety Lunches
  • Monthly Employee Recognition Contests & Rewards
  • Company Shirts & Swag
Full Job Description
About the Role

In the role of Paint Supervisor, you will be a part of the Longboard team primarily responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the paint department to ensure production runs safely, efficiently, and according to quality standards. Your goal is to support production employees and Lead Hands by maintaining workflow, resolving operational issues, coordinating schedules, and ensuring daily production targets are achieved.

You will play a key role in supporting team performance on the production floor through hands-on leadership, employee support, quality oversight, and ongoing communication with the Production Manager regarding production concerns, equipment performance, staffing matters, and operational challenges.

About You

You are a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You bring strong problem-solving skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to motivate and support a team while ensuring production goals are achieved safely and efficiently.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent, additional technical training, or a degree in a related field are pluses.
  • 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery, and quality standards.
  • Proficiency in reading and understanding technical drawings, and production specifications.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Basic computer skills, including experience with ERP or production tracking software (MES).
  • Mechanical aptitude and the ability to program and run automated equipment.
  • Understanding of Precision Measurement Tools.
  • Track record of developing others.
  • Lean Six-Sigma White belt and/or Green belt Certification a plus.
  • Familiarity with ISO9001 & 14001 is a plus.

What You Will Do

  1. Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and support paint line team members, providing clear instructions on procedures, quality standards, and safety practices. Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals and expectations. Maintaining a positive and solutions-focused work environment, and carrying out employee reviews will be an important aspect of your leadership role.
  2. Production Management: Oversee and manage daily paint line production activities through Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity morning meetings, ensuring production targets, timelines, and quality standards are met. Adjust production schedules and allocate resources to meet demand and address workflow challenges. Work closely with the Paint and Materials supervisors to optimize workflow.
  3. Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols in the paint area, ensuring team members use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe work practices. Conduct safety training and promote a culture of safety awareness.
  4. Quality Assurance: Monitor product quality and conduct regular inspections to ensure that all extruded products meet specifications. Work with quality control teams to address any quality issues promptly and implement corrective actions.
  5. Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements in the Paint department, identifying opportunities to increase productivity, reduce waste, and enhance product quality. Implement Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma practices as appropriate.
  6. Equipment Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Audit department machinery and equipment for proper operation, addressing minor issues as they arise. Coordinate with maintenance staff for repairs or preventive maintenance to minimize downtime. Confirming startup and end-of-shift checklists will ensure that day-to-day operator care tasks are being performed.
  7. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of production metrics, including output, scrap rates, and equipment performance. Prepare and submit production reports to management, highlighting successes and areas for improvement. Ensure SOPs are being used for training and training events are documented in the system.
  8. Timekeeping: Maintaining employee attendance, approving vacations, are also critical parts of the role.

Benefits And Compensation

  • Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications ranging from $36.00 - $41.50 per hour
  • Health Spending Account (Dental, Vision, Medical)
  • RRSP matching of up to 4% from Day 1
  • 3 Weeks' Vacation
  • Annual Inflation Review
  • Quarterly Bonus Program
  • Catastrophic Insurance, Travel Insurance, Life Insurance & LTD
  • EI Top Up
  • Family Assistance Program
  • Boot Allowance every 18 Months
  • Annual Birthday Gift
  • Monthly Operations Lunches
  • Monthly Safety Lunches
  • Monthly Employee Recognition Contests & Rewards
  • Company Shirts & Swag

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