Powder Coating Manager

Worthwhile Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Worthwhile Recruitment is seeking an experienced Powder Coating Manager to join our client’s Penrith operation. This hands-on role drives productivity, quality, and safety on the powder coating floor.

You will lead by example, mentor a small team, and collaborate with production to meet targets and deadlines. The position offers a permanent, full-time role with a 4-day work week, 6:30 am to 4:30 pm, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hands-on powder coating experience.
• Strong leadership on the floor.
• Experience in metal fabrication.
• Proven ability to meet production targets.
• Willing to work hands-on as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily powder coating operations and workflow.
• Lead, support, and mentor team members on the floor.
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, and deadlines are met.
• Apply strong technical knowledge in powder coating and metal fabrication.
• Assist with continuous improvement of processes and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Powder coating

Metal fabrication

Production management

People management

Hands-on

Job description

We're currently seeking an experienced and hands-on Powder Coating Manager to join our client's team in Penrith.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong technical ability, solid experience in metal fabrication, and excellent people and production management skills.

We are looking for someone who can lead by example on the floor, support a team, and drive productivity and quality standards within the powder coating department.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily powder coating operations and workflow
• Lead, support, and mentor team members on the floor
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, and deadlines are met
• Apply strong technical knowledge in powder coating and metal fabrication
• Assist with continuous improvement of processes and efficiency
• Be actively involved in hands-on powder coating work as required

About You

• Background in metal fabrication and/or powder coating
• Strong leadership and people management capability
• Experience as a Leading Hand ready to take the next step
• Hands-on, practical approach with strong technical skills
• Willing to actively work in the powder coating environment
• Reliable, motivated, and quality-focused

What's on Offer

• Permanent full-time role
• 4-day work week, Monday to Thursday, 6:30 am to 4:30 pm (10-hour shifts)
• Career growth and leadership development