JOB SUMMARY: The Industrial Coatings Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily
operations of the coatings department, ensuring all surfaces are prepared,
coated, and finished to meet company standards and regulatory compliance.
This role provides leadership to the coatings technicians and supporting
department staff, manages workflow, enforces safety procedures, and drives
continuous improvement in efficiency and quality.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Supervision & Leadership
* Direct, train, and evaluate coatings technicians and support staff.
* Assign tasks and monitor progress to meet production schedules.
* Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability.
Operations Management
* Oversee surface preparation, mixing, application, curing, and inspection of industrial coatings.
* Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and industry best practices.
* Manage equipment usage, preventive maintenance, and calibration of spray systems and curing
ovens.
* Monitor material usage and reduce waste through proper handling and storage.
Quality & Compliance
* Conduct in-process and final inspections of coated products.
* Maintain accurate documentation of coating processes, inspections, and corrective actions.
* Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other environmental and safety regulations.
Continuous Improvement
* Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
* Support Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence initiatives.
* Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality departments to resolve issues.
INTERACTION WITH:
* Quality Control department
* Other Production departments
EXPERIENCE:
* 3-5 years of experience in industrial coatings, paint applications, or surface finishing. (Other
production-based experience may be substituted.)
* Prior leadership or supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
EDUCATION:
* High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school certificate preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS:
* ASE certification preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.