Lead Processing & Paint Manager — 9/80 Schedule & Quality

Cygnus, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Cygnus, Inc. seeks a Processing and Paint Manager to oversee Heat Treat, Processing, Masking, and Paint operations, ensuring adherence to Cygnus quality standards and policies.

You will lead the department, develop and implement procedures, and manage staff to meet ship dates while maintaining a safe, organized environment. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, process improvement, and effective leadership with a focus on manufacturing quality parts.

Qualifications

• Must read, analyze, and interpret complex documents and specifications.
• Must have basic knowledge of manufacturing and painting, including paint guns.
• Prefer experience with HVLP painting.
• Must read and understand blueprints and work instructions.
• Effective leadership and excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s quality systems, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee processing, painting, and related workflows to meet quality standards.
• Lead training and interviews for new hires and monitor staff performance.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate department workload to meet ship dates.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and proper equipment maintenance.

Skills

Blueprint reading

HVLP painting

Manufacturing knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Paint guns

Job description

Cygnus, Inc. seeks a Processing and Paint Manager to oversee Heat Treat, Processing, Masking, and Paint operations, ensuring adherence to Cygnus quality standards and policies.

You will lead the department, develop and implement procedures, and manage staff to meet ship dates while maintaining a safe, organized environment. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, process improvement, and effective leadership with a focus on manufacturing quality parts.