Lead Powder Coating Specialist-Industrial

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 3:30 PM–12:00 AM + OT

The Powder Coating Team Lead oversees daily operations in a fast-paced cabinet and containment manufacturing environment. This hands-on role ensures high-quality finishes while leading a team, maintaining safety, and driving efficiency through Lean practices.

• Lead, train, and support powder coating staff and line operators
• Assign daily work using SAP and production schedules
• Run pre-shift meetings focused on safety, quality, and goals
• Monitor coating quality (prep, thickness, adhesion, curing)
• Troubleshoot defects and partner with Quality on corrective actions
• Track production, inventory, and work orders in SAP
• Ensure proper equipment use (spray guns, booths, ovens, pretreatment)
• Enforce safety standards (PPE, OSHA, lockout/tagout)
• Drive 5S/Lean improvements to boost efficiency and reduce waste

• 5+ years in manufacturing/finishing (3+ in powder coating)
• 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP/MRP systems
• Strong knowledge of powder coating processes and quality standards
• Familiarity with Lean, ISO 9001, or continuous improvement methods

Work Environment

• Manufacturing setting with heat, powders, and chemicals
• Requires standing, lifting (minimum 50lbs), and PPE use

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