3rd Shift Paint Supervisor

CSP Innovations OH Payroll Co., LLC; Carey (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

401k with company match

Job summary

CSP is the industry leader in forming and molding lightweight composite components for transportation. This role oversees the paint department, analyzes data, and drives improvements while collaborating with maintenance and engineering teams on automated systems and robots.

The ideal candidate has experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing, and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. CSP emphasizes Lean, Kaizen, and continuous improvement across operations.

Qualifications

• Engineering or manufacturing technology education preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years in automotive or high-volume manufacturing.
• Paint shop or automated finishing system experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight for paint department operations, ensuring quality and process parameters.
• Analyze data to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering to ensure proper function and preventive maintenance of paint equipment.
• Troubleshoot and optimize automation of paint systems and robots.
• Monitor KPIs related to paint quality, uptime, and efficiency; drive improvements.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and IATF 16949; participate in lean initiatives.

Skills

Coating technologies

Robotics & automation

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Statistical tools (SPC)

Lean manufacturing

Documentation skills

Communication

Education

Engineering/Manufacturing tech education

Tools

Fanuc paint robots

Modicon PLC

MS Office

Job description

CSP is the industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry-leading benefits, called BENEfits4U.

Benefits

• affordable medical, dental, and vision care
• flexible spending accounts
• life insurance
• 401k with company match and much, much more

Job Description Essential Job Functions

• Provide technical oversight for all paint department operations, ensuring adherence to process parameters and quality standards.
• Support day-to-day paint line performance by analyzing data, identifying root causes of process issues, and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure proper function, calibration, and preventive maintenance of paint equipment.
• Assist in troubleshooting and process optimization of automated paint systems, robots, and related equipment.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to paint quality, uptime, and efficiency; drive improvement initiatives as needed.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards including ISO 14001 and IATF 16949.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including lean manufacturing initiatives, Kaizen events, and error-proofing projects.
• Maintain documentation for paint processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Support new product launches, engineering changes, and paint trials by providing technical expertise.
• Coordinate with quality and production teams to address paint defects, surface quality issues, and customer complaints.
• Stay current with paint technologies, automation advancements, and material innovations to enhance process performance.

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of paint department processes and principles, including modern coating technologies.
• Strong understanding of machining, tooling, electrical schematics, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Basic proficiency in PLC programming (Modicon experience preferred).
• Experience with Fanuc paint robots highly desirable.
• Knowledge of paint system controls, application equipment, curing ovens, and filtration systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint).
• Understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and data-driven problem-solving.
• Blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Secondary or college education in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience in a paint shop or automated finishing system strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Work performed primarily in a paint shop and production floor environment.
• Exposure to paint fumes, chemicals, and manufacturing noise; appropriate PPE required.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and move about for extended periods of time.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required.

If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, CSP is the place for you! Being a CSP employee means having the opportunity to see your impact every day. Our work experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, our core values, our commitment to your success, and most importantly, our people. We are a team of self-disciplined, hardworking, curious, trustworthy and humble people who make choices according to what is best for the team. We live to collaborate and make a difference.