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.