2nd shift Production Supervisor (Powder Coating)

Sterling Engineering, Inc.; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Job summary

Sterling Engineering, Inc. in Libertyville, IL, seeks a 2nd shift Production Supervisor to lead 15–20 powder coating operators.

The role requires 2–3 years of supervisory experience, powder coating expertise, strong communication, and proficiency with ERP or scheduling systems. This direct-hire position offers $80k–$85k per year plus a performance bonus, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.

Qualifications

• Powder coating experience 2–3 years preferred.
• Supervisory experience 2–3 years minimum, overseeing 8–12+ people.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and quality-driven mindset.
• Ability to read/write in English.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Stand for full shifts, lift up to 35 lbs., and perform repetitive motions.
• Forklift experience.
• Experience with ERP or scheduling systems.
• Exposure to OEM quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead 15–20 operators on 2nd shift.
• Train new employees on powder coating processes.
• Start up the line daily and verify proper operation.
• Manage daily workflow to meet production demands.
• Oversee loading/unloading of parts on the line.
• Ensure masking, plugging, and thread protection meet specs.
• Maintain adherence to customer paint class and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with hangers and production schedule to avoid missed orders.
• Monitor packaging and preparation for shipment or inventory transfer.
• Communicate daily with management, HR, and other departments via email.
• Troubleshoot line equipment and resolve issues as needed.
• Multi-task and prioritize in a high-paced environment.

Skills

Powder coating experience

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

English proficiency

Computer skills

Tools

ERP systems

Scheduling systems

Forklift operation

Job description

Title: 2nd shift Production Supervisor (Powder Coating)

Location: Libertyville, IL

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Schedule: 3pm - 1:30pm Monday-Thursday

Compensation: $80k-85k per year + performance bonus

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

Job Duties

• Supervise, direct, and support 15–20 employees on 2nd shift.
• Train new employees on powder coating processes and departmental responsibilities.
• Start or verify proper startup of the line daily.
• Manage daily workflow to meet production demands.
• Oversee loading and unloading of parts on/off the powder coating line.
• Confirm quality of masking, plugging of holes, and thread protection prior to coating.
• Ensure compliance with customer-specific paint class and quality requirements.
• Prep parts per production schedule, coordinating with hangers to avoid missed work orders.
• Monitor packaging of parts and orders prior to shipment or transfer to inventory.
• Communicate daily with management, HR, and other departments via email.
• Troubleshoot line equipment and resolve issues as needed.
• Multi-task and manage priorities in a high-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Powder coating application experience required (2–3 years preferred).
• Previous supervisory experience required (2–3 years minimum, with responsibility for 8–12+ people).
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) with ability to give detailed instructions.
• Detail-oriented, team-focused, and quality-driven with a zero-defect mindset.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to stand for full shifts, lift up to 35 lbs., and perform repetitive reaching, turning, and twisting.
• Forklift experience.
• Experience with ERP or scheduling systems.
• Exposure to OEM quality standards.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.