Paint Manager

JBS Equipment; Mission; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health & Dental

RRSP matching

Great working environment

Job summary

JBS Equipment in Mission, BC is seeking an experienced Paint Manager to lead and guide the paint department. The role combines on-floor leadership with office planning to deliver high-quality paint finishes on pump trucks.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in industrial paint, with 5 years of direct management experience, and strong English communication. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to drive safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial equipment painting experience with direct management.
• Experience hiring, performance management, training, and coaching.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the paint department and quality control.
• Manage workflow and task assignments to meet production targets.
• Discuss project specs with customers and quote jobs within margin.
• Lead by example, participating in painting and prep work as needed.
• Maintain safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Skills

Paint management

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Job description

At JBS Equipment, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and innovation. As a rapidly growing company based in Mission, BC, we are growing our pump truck division and looking for an experienced Paint Manager to play a key, hands on, role in overseeing and managing the paint department.

This position will be approximately 50% hands-on and on the shop floor, and 50% in office. If you enjoy overseeing and managing projects, as well as teams, and jumping on the line, you’ll be a great fit.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the paint department and quality control of all paint products.
• Manage effective and efficient workflow and task assignments, meeting company standards and timelines.
• Discuss with customers regarding the required specifications and needs for projects.
• Quote jobs independently, accurately, and within margin, for approval by Shop Manager.
• Lead by example and actively participate in painting and prep work on the floor as required.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and productivity across all paint activities.
• Monitor workloads and ensure manpower is allocated efficiently to meet production targets.
• Support and mentor team leads and tradespeople; foster continuous learning and development.
• Develops and enhances safety culture and creates a safe work environment for all employees.
• Assist in recruitment, conduct performance reviews, and provide performance management when required.
• Assist with management of paint resources, including consumables, tooling, and equipment budgets.
• Track and report on key performance metrics.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ of industrial equipment painting experience, with 5 years of direct management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Direct experience with hiring, performance management, training, coaching and disciplinary conversations.
• Ability to lead, coach, and hold team members accountable; strong interpersonal skills.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with attention to details.
• Knowledge of safety standards, safety equipment and the chemicals used in the department.
• Strong organizational, time management skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, fluent in written and spoken English.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain performance in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits and Perks

• We value our employees and offer a comprehensive compensation plan including on-going competitive salary, Extended Health & Dental, RRSP matching and a great working environment.

We thank you for your interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.