Job Description: Paint shop Supervisor
Department: Production/Manufacturing
Location: Ahmedabad - Pirana
Reports To: Function Head (Fabrication & Finishing)
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual for the role of Paint Shop Supervisor to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in learning & monitoring the manufacturing process by ensuring efficient production, maintaining quality standards, and collaborating with various departments to achieve organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing all aspects of the paint shop, including pretreatment, powder coating, and blasting, ensuring efficient and effective workflows.
- Implementing and maintaining quality control procedures for all coated components, including visual inspections, film thickness measurements, and adhesion tests.
- Coordinating production schedules, managing material inventory, and optimizing resource allocation to meet production targets.
- Ensuring proper functioning of all paint shop equipment, including powder coating systems, blasting equipment, and pretreatment lines.
- Enforcing strict safety protocols and ensuring a safe working environment for all paint shop personnel.
- Identifying and resolving issues related to coating defects, equipment malfunctions, and production bottlenecks.
- Knowledge of abrasive blasting techniques, equipment operation, and safety procedures.
- Familiarity with different types of coating materials, including primers, topcoats, and specialty coatings.
- Basic knowledge of chemicals such as primer, putty, hardener, and top coat.
- Ability to apply primer and top coat while maintaining the required DFT, using both brush and spray gun applications.
- Proficiency in the application of putty.
- Knowledge of surface preparation techniques for rework and repainting.
- Understanding of proper chemical storage conditions.
- Knowledge of safe chemical handling practices.
- Understanding of flash-off time, drying time, and pot life.
- Familiarity with MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) and TDS (Technical Data Sheet).
- Ability to prepare Work Instructions (WI) and procedures.
- Knowledge of painting tools such as spray guns, brushes, and rollers.
- Understanding of correct paint mixing ratios.
- Familiarity with epoxy-based, PU-based, and other paint systems.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Educational Requirements: Diploma in Paint / Chemical /Mechanical
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and tools.
- Familiarity with CAD software or production management tools is a plus.
Soft Skills:
- Good observation skills.
- Good communication.
- Attention to detail and a learning attitude.
Experience:
5 to 7 Years in the same field in an engineering company.