Foreman

Davis Paint Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare after 60 days

Life Insurance

Vacation time

Sick time

401(k) with match

Union representation (IUPAT #3)

Job summary

Davis Paint is seeking an experienced and dependable Foreman for our first floor production to lead the filling department and keep production moving safely and efficiently. This role supervises 4–10 employees and collaborates with the Plant Manager and other teams to ensure orders are completed on time.

Starting pay is $25.20–$28.00 per hour with hours 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, plus overtime as needed. Davis Paint offers healthcare after 60 days, life insurance, vacation and sick time, 401(k) matching,

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in filling, chemical handling, batch making, or related manufacturing.
• Ability to work safely around chemicals, raw materials, and production equipment.
• Ability to read and complete production paperwork accurately.
• Strong organization and dependable attendance.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assign work to 4–10 employees in the filling department to meet customer demand.
• Keep production moving safely and efficiently.
• Step in and perform production work when needed to meet customer demand.
• Ensure batch, shipping, and receiving paperwork is completed accurately.
• Manage finished goods, raw materials, and operating supplies.
• Coordinate materials and truck schedules to help meet customer deliveries.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient first-floor work area.
• Conduct daily inspections of material-handling equipment.
• Work with other Foremen to manage staffing and production priorities.
• Provide direction, coaching, and feedback to employees.
• Communicate with Plant Management, Customer Service, Sales, Dispatch, and other departments.
• Follow company safety procedures, policies, and work rules.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Production equipment

Job description

Davis Paint | Full-Time | $25.20–$28.00/hour

Davis Paint is looking for an experienced and dependable Foreman for our first floor production to help lead our filling department and keep production moving safely and efficiently. This role supervises approximately4–10 employees and works closely with the Plant Manager, other Foremen, Shipping & Receiving, Customer Service, Sales, and Dispatch to make sure customer orders are completed accurately and on time.

We're looking for someone who knows manufacturing, can confidently lead a team, and is willing to step in and help get the job done when needed.

Why Davis Paint?

We’re a little different from the big guys. Davis Paint is a family-owned company with more than 100 years of experience making paint right here in-house. That means the work you do matters—and the people you work with know your name.

We make products that help people with their architectural, industrial, and specialty needs–this ranges from interior, exterior and priming house paint, aluminum and steel coatings, pool paint, craft and furniture paint.

What You'll Do

• Supervise and assign work to 4–10 employees in the filling department to meet customer demand.
• Keep production moving safely and efficiently.
• Step in and perform production work when needed to meet customer demand.
• Ensure batch, shipping, and receiving paperwork is completed accurately.
• Manage finished goods, raw materials, and operating supplies.
• Coordinate materials and truck schedules to help meet customer deliveries.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient first-floor work area.
• Conduct daily inspections of material-handling equipment.
• Work with other Foremen to manage staffing and production priorities.
• Provide direction, coaching, and feedback to employees.
• Communicate with Plant Management, Customer Service, Sales, Dispatch, and other departments.
• Follow company safety procedures, policies, and work rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

Required:

• At least 2 years of experience in filling, chemical handling, batch making, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work safely around chemicals, raw materials, and production equipment.
• Ability to read and complete production paperwork accurately.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Ability to prioritize work and keep production moving.

Preferred:

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience working in a paint, coatings, chemical, food production, or similar manufacturing environment.
• Experience with filling operations, batching, material handling, or production equipment.

What We're Looking For

The right person will:

• Take pride in doing the job right.
• Have a strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Put safety first.
• Stay organized and maintain a clean, orderly work area.
• Be comfortable making decisions and adjusting priorities when things change.
• Give clear direction and hold team members accountable.
• Be willing to step in and help when the team needs it.
• Treat coworkers, customers, drivers, and other partners with professionalism and respect.
• Take responsibility for keeping the first floor running efficiently.

Pay & Benefits

Starting pay: $25.20 - $28/hour

Hours: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM ; Overtime as needed to meet customer orders.

• Pay based on qualifications and experience.
• Employer contribution healthcare following 60 days of employment.
• Life Insurance Eligibility following 60 days of employment
• Vacation time accrual beginning after 1 year of service.
• Sick time accrual begins upon start date.
• Vacation time accrual beginning after 1 year of service.
• 401(k) eligibility and 100% employer-matching contributions up to 3%, partial matching up to 5%.
• Union Representation through IUPAT District Council #3

Disclosure

This position is represented by the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT), District Council #3. Employees are subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement, including union dues and other terms and conditions of employment. Pay offered based on experience and qualifications.

The information above is intended to provide prospective employees with an overview of the position and key benefits. It is not intended to be a complete description of the collective agreement and contract. Upon hire, employees will receive a copy of the applicable agreement between IUPAT Local 820 and Davis Paint.

A Note About the Position

• This job description provides a general overview of the position and is not all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs and the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.