Manufacturing Paint Assistant Manager

The Keystone Distinction Group; McDonough (GA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Paint Assistant Manager to lead the startup and ongoing operations of a new manufacturing facility in McDonough, GA, overseeing robotic painting lines and ensuring paint quality, color, gloss, and adhesion meet standards.

Responsibilities include supervising first and second shift painting teams, providing technical guidance, supporting equipment commissioning, process validation, and SOP development, while driving continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with automated robotic painting systems.
• Knowledge of industrial paint processes and spray equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting automated paint systems.
• Ability to lead and coordinate production in manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Willing to work in a startup environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Flexibility to support first and second shift operations.

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily painting operations across first and second shifts.
• Provide technical guidance to paint technicians and production staff.
• Support startup activities, commissioning, SOP development.
• Program, teach, and troubleshoot robotic painting systems.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering for performance improvement.

Connaissances

Robotic painting systems

Robot teaching

Path programming

Paint application processes

Spray equipment

Fluid delivery systems

Troubleshooting paint defects

Technical leadership

Production coordination

Problem solving

Startup environment

Shift flexibility

Formation

High school diploma

Technical certification in robotics/automation/manufacturing

Outils

Yaskawa robotic painting systems

3D offline programming

Description du poste

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Paint Assistant Manager to support the startup and ongoing operations of a new manufacturing facility operating first and second shifts.

This position will provide hands-on technical leadership and operational oversight of automated robotic painting processes, ensuring manufactured components meet established standards for appearance, color, gloss, adhesion, and overall quality.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in robotic paint applications, robot teaching and programming, process optimization, and troubleshooting. This individual will play a key role in establishing efficient painting operations, supporting production teams, and maintaining consistent quality and productivity standards.

Key Responsibilities

Paint Operations & Leadership

• Assist the Paint Manager in overseeing daily painting operations across first and second shifts to ensure production, quality, and safety objectives are achieved.
• Provide technical guidance and support to paint technicians, operators, and production personnel.
• Support startup activities, equipment commissioning, process validation, and the development of standardized operating procedures.
• Coordinate production activities, staffing needs, and workflow to maintain efficient paint operations.
• Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and equipment reliability.

Robotic Painting & Process Optimization

• Oversee the operation, programming, and troubleshooting of automated robotic painting systems, including spray guns, pumps, nozzles, and fluid delivery equipment.
• Perform and optimize robot teaching, path programming, and 3D offline programming to achieve consistent paint coverage and film thickness.
• Monitor and adjust critical process parameters, including paint viscosity, temperature, humidity, airflow, booth pressure, flash times, and curing conditions.
• Troubleshoot robotic equipment and paint application issues to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Partner with maintenance and engineering teams to support equipment performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Quality Control & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure painted components meet established appearance and performance standards, including color, gloss, texture, adhesion, and finish consistency.
• Identify and resolve paint defects such as runs, sags, orange peel, dry spray, contamination, pinholes, and color variations.
• Oversee proper preparation, masking, handling, and inspection of components throughout the painting process.
• Analyze recurring quality concerns, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Promote compliance with established safety procedures, housekeeping standards, and applicable environmental requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with automated robotic painting systems, including robot teaching and path programming.
• Strong knowledge of industrial paint application processes, spray equipment, and fluid delivery systems.
• Experience troubleshooting paint defects and independently adjusting application and curing parameters.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and coordinate production activities in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment and adapt to changing operational priorities.
• Flexibility to support first and second shift operations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Yaskawa robotic painting systems and 3D offline robot teaching/programming.
• Previous supervisory, team lead, or assistant management experience in industrial painting or surface finishing.
• Experience supporting new manufacturing facility startups, equipment commissioning, or production launches.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, process improvement, and quality management practices.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification in robotics, manufacturing, automation, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2-5 years of progressive experience in industrial spray painting, robotic painting, or surface finishing operations.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting automated paint systems and supporting production performance.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Newly established manufacturing facility in the startup phase.
• Operations will run on first and second shifts, with flexibility required to support production needs.
• Primarily hands-on manufacturing environment requiring regular presence on the production floor.
• Must be comfortable working around automated machinery, robotic equipment, and industrial painting systems while following established safety procedures.