Paint Lead: Lead, Mentor & Optimize Finish Quality

The Toro Company; Salem (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toro Company in West Salem, OH is seeking a Paint Lead to oversee the paint department, mentor staff, and ensure quality finishes. You will operate spray equipment, manage workflow, and maintain safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include leading the paint line team, coordinating tasks, and training associates while ensuring production schedules are met and SAP transactions are completed accurately.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in automotive, industrial, or aircraft spray painting or auto body work required.
• Proficient with spray painting equipment and achieving high-quality finishes.
• Strong mechanical skills and use of hand tools.
• Proficient with computers and SAP for inventory and routing.
• Experience mentoring/training or coordinating others preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform painting and finishing tasks, set up equipment, operate spray equipment, clean lines, and conduct finish quality checks.
• Provide day-to-day direction and mentor team members.
• Coordinate workflow, support shift handoffs, and meet production schedules.
• Train employees on paint line processes and safety.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and safety; escalate issues as needed.
• Ensure PPE compliance and hazardous material handling.
• Assist cross-training on paint lines A, B, C and finishing processes.
• Provide feedback on performance and staffing needs.
• Adhere to company policies and attendance expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Spray painting

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Mechanical skills

SAP

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Toro Company in West Salem, OH is seeking a Paint Lead to oversee the paint department, mentor staff, and ensure quality finishes. You will operate spray equipment, manage workflow, and maintain safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include leading the paint line team, coordinating tasks, and training associates while ensuring production schedules are met and SAP transactions are completed accurately.