Industrial Coating Supervisor

Ultimate Staffing; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

On-site work in Pittsfield

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking an Industrial Coating Supervisor to oversee the coatings department in Pittsfield, MA. The role leads technicians, manages surface prep, coating, curing, and inspection to meet quality and regulatory standards.

You will ensure safety, optimize processes, maintain paperwork, and collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to drive improvements.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in industrial coatings or surface finishing.
• Prior supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct, train, and evaluate coatings technicians and support staff.
• Assign tasks and monitor progress to meet production schedules.
• Foster safety, teamwork, and accountability.
• Oversee surface preparation, application, curing, and inspection of coatings.
• Ensure compliance with project specs, quality standards, and best practices.
• Maintain documentation of coating processes and corrective actions.
• Support process improvements and collaboration with other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Coatings knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or trade school certificate

ASE certification

Job description

Ultimate Staffing is actively seeking an experienced Industrial Coating Supervisor to join their client's dynamic team in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of the coatings department, ensuring all surfaces are prepared, coated, and finished to meet company standards and regulatory compliance. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to lead a team in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervision & Leadership
  • Direct, train, and evaluate coatings technicians and support staff.
  • Assign tasks and monitor progress to meet production schedules.
  • Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability.
• Operations Management
  • Oversee surface preparation, mixing, application, curing, and inspection of industrial coatings.
  • Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and industry best practices.
  • Manage equipment usage, preventive maintenance, and calibration of spray systems and curing ovens.
  • Monitor material usage and reduce waste through proper handling and storage.
• Quality & Compliance
  • Conduct in-process and final inspections of coated products.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of coating processes, inspections, and corrective actions.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other environmental and safety regulations.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Support Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence initiatives.
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality departments to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in industrial coatings, paint applications, or surface finishing. Other production-based experience may be substituted.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school certificate preferred.
• ASE certification preferred.

Required Work Hours

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, on-site in Pittsfield, MA.

Benefits

• Enjoy competitive pay ranging from $32 to $40 per hour, with a minimum annual salary of $66,560 and a maximum of $83,200.

Additional Details

This position requires the successful candidate to be on-site full-time. The role offers the opportunity to engage with multiple departments, including Quality Control and other Production departments, enhancing both personal and professional growth.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.