2nd Shift Paint Lead + 10% shift differential

Pro Fabrication Inc; Madison Lake (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential 10%

Job summary

Pro Fabrication Inc in Madison Lake, MN is seeking a 2nd Shift Paint Lead to oversee our powder coat painting team and coordinate daily production to meet prints and quality standards. The role includes supervising staff, maintaining safety, and driving continuous improvement.

This full‑time position offers $24.00–$26.00 per hour with a 10% shift differential, and requires 2–5 years in manufacturing with lead experience; a high school diploma is required; blueprint/BOM knowledge and strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of manufacturing experience; prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with powder coating processes and related equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the powder coat painting team and coordinate daily production to meet quality specifications.
• Read blueprints and BOMs and ensure parts are prepared and coated correctly.
• Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to team members.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Team coordination

Reading blueprints

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Powder coating equipment knowledge

Job description

2nd Shift Paint Lead + 10% shift differential

Full Time Manual Labor Madison Lake, MN, US

Salary Range: $24.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Position Summary:

The Paint Lead will lead our industrial powder coat painting team by coordinating daily production schedules to produce high quality painted parts to print, within established production standards. Assist with development and maintenance of policies, processes and activities in a continuous improvement environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be reliable, cooperative, with high attention to detail, and work well independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities at one time.
• Ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly to maintain positive relationships.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret bills of materials and routings.
• Provide work direction, assign tasks, and monitor work progress and employee performance.
• Verify parts are hung properly and any requirements to mask, plug or protect areas of the part are performed per the job order and work instructions.
• Responsible for the quality of painted parts, assembly, and packaging, able to recognize non-conforming parts.
• Analyze data, determine root cause, develop implementation plans and resolve issues affecting powder coating quality and throughput.
• Confirm daily procedures are followed, such as start-up and shut-down processes, and chemicals are monitored and maintained per established procedures.
• Develop, recommend, and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, quality of product, and increase efficiency of department.
• Coordinate routine department maintenance activities, assist with trouble shooting.
• Monitors work assignments and communicates any concerns with lead.
• Maintains inventory of paints, chemicals, and supplies for paint department.
• Provide employee training, coaching, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Leadership & Team Development: Provides clear direction, coaching, training, and support to powder coat employees. Promotes accountability, teamwork, employee development, and a positive work environment while ensuring department goals are achieved.
• Production Coordination & Prioritization: Effectively coordinates daily production schedules, work assignments, and department resources to meet production targets, quality standards, and delivery commitments.
• Powder Coating Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates strong knowledge of powder coating processes, pretreatment systems, curing requirements, paint application techniques, masking methods, and finishing operations. Provides technical support and troubleshooting assistance when needed.
• Quality & Attention to Detail: Maintains high quality standards by ensuring parts are properly prepared, hung, masked, coated, cured, assembled, and packaged according to specifications. Identifies and addresses non-conforming products promptly.
• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis: Investigates quality, equipment, and production issues to determine root causes and implement effective corrective actions. Utilizes data to improve department performance and product quality.
• Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and professionally with employees, supervisors, maintenance personnel, and other departments regarding production schedules, quality concerns, operational issues, and department needs.
• Organization & Inventory Management: Maintains paint, chemical, and supply inventories while ensuring materials are properly stored, labeled, and available to support production requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to improve production methods, equipment performance, quality, efficiency, and workplace organization. Supports continuous improvement initiatives and standardized work practices.
• Safety & Environmental Compliance: Promotes safe work practices and ensures compliance with safety procedures, chemical handling requirements, environmental regulations, and company policies related to powder coating operations.
• Equipment & Process Management: Oversees daily operation of powder coating equipment and pretreatment systems. Verifies start-up, shutdown, maintenance, and chemical monitoring procedures are followed consistently.

Reliability & Accountability:

• Employee Performance Management: Supports employee success through training, coaching, performance feedback, disciplinary action, and performance evaluations while fostering continuous development and accountability.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and employee development skills with the ability to provide work direction, coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and production schedules.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of workplace safety standards, chemical handling procedures, and environmental compliance requirements.

Physical Requirements:

The employee is regularly required to stand or walk for extended periods of time. Lift up to 75 pounds, occasionally maneuver through lifting, pushing or pulling greater than 75 pounds. Regular reaching overhead and at or below shoulder level, with gross and fine manipulation with hands and fingers. Specific vision abilities include near, far, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience of 2-5 years, prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.

EEO STATEMENT:

“We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.”

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted or modified as deemed appropriate at the employer’s sole discretion to meet the company’s changing needs.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RECEIPT OF JOB DESCRIPTION:

I confirm that I can perform the duties and activities as listed. I understand that it is my responsibility to ask questions regarding this job descriptions. I have received a copy of the job description and have read and understand its contents.