Hands-On Powder Coat Supervisor & Team Lead

BHP, Inc dba Global Power Components; Street (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components is seeking a Powder Coat Supervisor to lead a hands-on team in the powder coating department. You will coordinate daily activities, set up and operate coating equipment, and ensure quality and safety while meeting production schedules.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing with powder coating experience and at least 2 years of supervision. A Six Sigma belt is a plus, welding experience is helpful, and the candidate should be able to lift 50 lbs and work 40–50 hours

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of manufacturing experience with hands-on powder coating preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, safe environment.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred but not required.
• Welding experience is helpful but not required.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Project management skills are a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and work 40–50 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the powder coat team to meet daily production goals.
• Work hands-on in the powder coat process to ensure quality and throughput.
• Set up and operate coating equipment; monitor viscosity and coating flow.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders for workers.
• Troubleshoot production problems and reduce waste.
• Train new powder coat employees and communicate schedule changes.
• Collaborate with Production Manager to meet production goals.
• Maintain safety standards and interact with QA for quality assurance.

Skills

Powder coating

Team leadership

Quality assurance

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Project management

Reading blueprints

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Global Power Components is seeking a Powder Coat Supervisor to lead a hands-on team in the powder coating department. You will coordinate daily activities, set up and operate coating equipment, and ensure quality and safety while meeting production schedules.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing with powder coating experience and at least 2 years of supervision. A Six Sigma belt is a plus, welding experience is helpful, and the candidate should be able to lift 50 lbs and work 40–50 hours