Paint Shop Manager - Lead, Improve Quality & Efficiency

HTA Group; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

33 days holiday

Free onsite parking

Drink allowance

Life Assurance

Prize Draw

Company pension

Costco membership

Gym membership

Healthcare plan

Referral programme

Job summary

MTL Advanced in Rotherham is seeking an Industrial Paint Shop Manager to oversee daily painting operations, coordinate surface preparation and coating application, and ensure products meet quality standards.

You will lead and develop the painting team, manage schedules, monitor safety compliance, and drive productivity while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient shop floor. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a painting team and coordinating production schedules.
• Ability to troubleshoot painting equipment and coating processes.
• Strong eye for quality and adherence to standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, trains and mentors staff, conducting performance reviews and managing schedules.
• Coordinates daily painting activities, including surface preparation and coating application.
• Inspects work for defects, ensuring finished products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Ensures compliance with safety protocols (H&S) and environmental regulations, maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Sets daily, weekly, or project-based targets, coordinating with other departments to meet deadlines.
• Oversees maintenance of spray booths and tools, while managing inventory levels of paint, chemicals, and supplies.
• Identifies opportunities to increase productivity, improve quality, and reduce waste.

Skills

Painting techniques

Team leadership

Troubleshoot equipment

Scheduling / resource management

Supervisor experience

IT skills

Paint Inspection Level 1 desirable

Job description

MTL Advanced in Rotherham is seeking an Industrial Paint Shop Manager to oversee daily painting operations, coordinate surface preparation and coating application, and ensure products meet quality standards.

You will lead and develop the painting team, manage schedules, monitor safety compliance, and drive productivity while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient shop floor. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.