Paint & Shipping Supervisor

Paint & Shipping Supervisor – Structural Steel Location: Cocoa, FL Job Type: Full-Time Shift: 1st Shift (Oversees 2nd Shift Operations) Starting Pay: $30.00/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Paint and Shipping Lead to coordinate painting, sandblasting, and loading operations in a structural steel fabrication environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for maintaining production schedules, ensuring finished products meet quality standards, training employees, and promoting a safe and efficient workplace. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Training Help interview and evaluate candidates for department positions. Train new employees on painting, blasting, and loading procedures. Provide guidance and direction to team members. Support employee performance reviews and corrective action processes when needed. Maintain a professional, fair, and consistent approach to leadership. Painting & Quality Control Oversee painting and sandblasting operations to ensure work meets project and manufacturer specifications. Complete and maintain required daily paint documentation. Use gauges, meters, and testing equipment to verify proper calibration and operating conditions. Conduct quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) inspections on finished products. Address quality concerns and recommend improvements when necessary. Shipping & Production Coordination Coordinate painting and loading assignments based on production needs and daily priorities. Ensure load tickets are accurate, complete, and entered into production/shipping software. Train employees on the software and documentation process as needed. Work with logistics, production, and management to keep operations on schedule. Monitor delivery deadlines and coordinate overtime or weekend work when necessary. Identify opportunities to improve department efficiency and present recommendations to management. Safety & Compliance Ensure employees follow workplace safety procedures during painting, blasting, and loading activities. Monitor work practices and address unsafe conditions. Support company safety policies and employee accountability procedures. Qualifications At least 5 years of experience in structural steel painting, sandblasting, and/or loading operations. Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership position. Strong knowledge of industrial painting practices, paint specifications, and quality control procedures. Experience using gauges, meters, and testing equipment. Familiarity with production or shipping software preferred. Ability to train, supervise, and manage employees effectively. Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to promote workplace safety and consistently enforce established procedures.