Frame Finishing Manager

Guardian Bikes; Seymour (IN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Bikes is seeking an experienced Frame Finishing Manager to oversee the finishing department, including surface preparation, powder coating, quality control, decal application, and team leadership.

The ideal candidate will have strong powder coating operations, production management, and continuous process improvement experience while upholding high quality and safety standards. This on-site role reports to operations leadership in Seymour, IN.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of management or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with industrial powder coating systems and processes.
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation, pretreatment, curing cycles, and coating quality standards.
• Experience managing production schedules and personnel.
• Ability to read production drawings and specifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the frame finishing department, including pretreatment, powder coating, curing, decaling, and final inspection.
• Supervise, train, and mentor finishing department employees to maximize productivity and quality.
• Ensure all powder coating processes meet company quality standards and customer specifications.
• Monitor production schedules to meet deadlines while maintaining efficiency.
• Troubleshoot coating defects, equipment issues, and process inconsistencies.
• Maintain inventory of powders, chemicals, and finishing supplies.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance for powder coating equipment, ovens, conveyors, and spray systems.
• Enforce workplace safety standards and OSHA compliance.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance product quality.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve manufacturing issues.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching/Mentoring

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Surface pretreatment

Curing cycles

Production reporting systems

Microsoft Office

Forklift

Job description

Job Details

Location: Seymour, IN 47274
Job Type: Full Time
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 6:00am-4:00pm
Must be available for Overtime
Salary: $80,000

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Frame Finishing Manager to oversee all aspects of our finishing department, including surface preparation, powder coating, quality control, decal application, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in powder coating operations, production management, and continuous process improvement while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the frame finishing department, including pretreatment, powder coating, curing, decaling, and final inspection.
• Supervise, train, and mentor finishing department employees to maximize productivity and quality.
• Ensure all powder coating processes meet company quality standards and customer specifications.
• Monitor production schedules to meet deadlines while maintaining efficiency.
• Troubleshoot coating defects, equipment issues, and process inconsistencies.
• Maintain inventory of powders, chemicals, and finishing supplies.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance for powder coating equipment, ovens, conveyors, and spray systems.
• Enforce workplace safety standards and OSHA compliance.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance product quality.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve manufacturing issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of management or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with industrial powder coating systems and processes.
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation, pretreatment, curing cycles, and coating quality standards.
• Experience managing production schedules and personnel.
• Ability to read production drawings and specifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with metal fabrication or welded frame manufacturing.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
• Maintenance troubleshooting experience with finishing equipment.