Paint Specialist/Supervisor

• Oversee daily paint production activities, including rework and offline trailers.
• Coordinate closely with (OF) and (OD) painters, as well as Wheelabrator and sandblaster operators, to ensure continuous material flow and support assembly line production schedules.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize paint system equipment to ensure maximum performance and reliability.
• Lead and maintain 5S standards within all paint booths and related work areas.
• Develop and maintain visual management controls throughout the paint department.
• Manage paint kitchen operations, including paint preparation, mixing processes, and inventory control.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels of paint and paint-related supplies.
• Coordinate and perform preventive maintenance on paint equipment and associated components.
• Conduct regular paint system audits to ensure compliance with quality and operational standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison with PPG and other paint system vendors.
• Provide training, coaching, and technical guidance to new and existing painters.
• Administer paint skills assessments and practical paint tests for applicants.
• Troubleshoot coating application issues, paint formulations, and coating quality concerns.
• Analyze paint defects and quality issues, including color match accuracy, film thickness, gloss levels, and overall surface finish quality.
• Adjust chemical and solvent blends based on environmental factors such as temperature and humidity to ensure coating quality and consistency.
• Optimize paint processes and equipment performance to improve efficiency, increase gloss consistency, reduce overspray, and enhance overall coating quality.
• Coordinate painter assignments and workflow to maximize productivity and maintain production schedules.
• Adjust paint fill volumes and system settings according to line lengths and production requirements.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, hazardous material, and workplace safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing paint environment.
• Extensive knowledge of Graco ProMix 2K and 2KS paint mixing systems.
• Strong mathematical aptitude with the ability to calculate and apply fractions, ratios, mixing percentages, and material usage requirements.
• Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot paint system error codes.
• Strong understanding of paint mixing ratios, viscosity requirements, coating thickness standards, and paint chemistry.
• Knowledge of chemical and solvent blend adjustments.
• Experience troubleshooting coating application, formulation, and quality issues.
• Knowledge of quality control methods related to color matching, gloss measurement, film thickness, adhesion, and surface quality analysis.
• Understanding of paint process optimization techniques and equipment performance improvements.
• Working knowledge of environmental and safety compliance requirements, including OSHA, hazardous materials handling (HazMat), and applicable DNR regulations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to achieve goals and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal communication, presentation, and training skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Consistent and reliable attendance.

Benefits

Join the Manac Team

Manac provides competitive wages, opportunities for advancement, affordable insurance including medical, dental, and vision, and a 401k plan which the company contributes to after a year of service. Our Oran location is currently growing, and we are seeking applicants with great work ethic, positive outlook, team oriented, and who will take pride in their work with attention to detail and quality as well as productivity. Manac offers paid holidays, paid time off, and potential for profit sharing after probationary period is completed. Manac also offers referral bonuses.

Job is Full Time