Coil Production Assistant Manager

Senox Corporation; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career advancement

401K with 2% employer matching

Job summary

Senox Corporation is seeking an Assistant Coating Manager in Mesquite, Texas. This leadership role involves overseeing the Paint line and Slitting departments, ensuring operational excellence and fostering a high-performance team.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers opportunities for career advancement and a 401K with employer matching.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a manufacturing/production environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Must be comfortable in a manufacturing setting, with strong communication skills.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of Coating and Slitting departments.
• Lead and mentor Shift Supervisors and floor staff.
• Ensure quality checks and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Leadership in manufacturing

Performance monitoring

Production scheduling

Team development

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Production reporting systems

Job description

Position Summary

The Assistant Coating Manager is a vital leadership role responsible for the operational excellence of our Paint line and Slitting departments. You will oversee day-to-day operations across all shifts, ensuring we exceed customer expectations through rigorous quality standards, on-time delivery, and optimized efficiency.

We are looking for a mentor and a strategist—someone who can develop a high-performance team, champion a culture of safety, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Departmental Oversight: Manage the daily operations of the Coating and Slitting departments, including production scheduling, staffing coverage, and workflow optimization.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor production output and KPIs using on-line resources; analyze data to resolve production bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Supply Chain, Planning, and Maintenance to ensure material availability and equipment uptime.
• Strategic Vision: Translate company objectives into actionable goals for team members, fostering a sense of ownership and accountability.

Team Development & Accountability

• Talent Management: Lead, coach, and mentor Shift Supervisors and floor staff. Conduct regular performance reviews and implement development plans for high-potential employees.
• Onboarding & Training: Oversee the departmental training process, ensuring new hires are integrated effectively and that the 'Skills Matrix' is consistently updated.
• Communication: Facilitate regular team meetings to ensure seamless handoffs and consistency across all shifts.

Quality & Compliance

• Quality Assurance: Take full ownership of product integrity, ensuring all quality checks are performed and strict standards are enforced.
• Safety Stewardship: Promote a 'safety-first' culture, ensuring 100% compliance with PPE requirements and safety protocols.

Skills and Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years in a manufacturing/production environment, with at least 3 years in a direct leadership role managing a full team or function.
• Education: Associate’s degree in a related field preferred; equivalent experience combined with leadership certifications will be highly valued.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with production reporting systems and data-driven decision-making.
• Domain Expertise: Prior experience in coatings, industrial painting, heavy fabrication, or assembly environments is strongly preferred.
• Shift Flexibility: Proven ability to lead and maintain consistency across a multi-shift manufacturing setting.
• Strong communication, documentation, and incident management skills.
• Environment: Must be comfortable working in a manufacturing setting, which includes standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the shift.
• Lifting: Regularly lift up to 10 lbs; occasionally lift/move up to 50 lbs based on product requirements.
• Safety Gear: Strict adherence to PPE protocols is required, including the use of protective eyewear and task-specific safety gear.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a background check.

Why Senox?

• Opportunities for career advancement
• 401K with 2% employer matching, paid bi-weekly