PAINT LINE SUPERVISOR

Kress Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Insurance including Presc

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Kress Corporation in Brimfield, IL seeks a full-time Paint Line Supervisor to oversee daily paint-line operations. You will ensure safety, quality, and production targets are met in a heavy equipment manufacturing setting.

Candidates should have 3–5+ years in industrial coatings, prior supervisory experience, and strong skills in leading teams, problem-solving, and coordinating with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5+ years of experience in an industrial or heavy equipment paint environment.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial coatings, paint systems, and finishing processes.
• Ability to interpret quality standards, specifications, and blueprints.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of paint line employees, including painters, prep technicians, and material handlers.
• Ensure production targets are met while maintaining quality standards and minimizing downtime.
• Monitor paint application processes including surface prep, priming, topcoat, curing, and inspection.
• Enforce safety policies, PPE usage, and environmental compliance (OSHA, EPA, VOC standards).
• Troubleshoot paint defects, equipment issues, and process interruptions.
• Train, coach, and evaluate paint line employees.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Maintain accurate production, scrap, and labor records.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Paint line experience

Industrial coatings knowledge

Blueprint interpretation

Leadership & communication

Detail oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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PAINT LINE SUPERVISOR

REGULAR FULL TIME Brimfield, IL, US

Salary Range: $30.00 To $32.00 Hourly

Kress Corporation is the industry leader in specialty transport carrier manufacturing, with equipment operating worldwide in demanding sectors like metals and material handling.

Every Kress carrier is designed with heavy-duty construction, high load capacity, and maneuverability to deliver exceptional durability and efficiency. Our commitment to quality and innovation drives us to develop machines that meet specific application needs and provide enhanced lifecycle value.

Join us and be part of a dynamic, talented team dedicated to building world-class machinery that shapes industries around the globe!

Kress is looking for a full time Paint Line Supervisor to join our team in the development of specialized industrial equipment for steel, construction, and mining industries.

The Paint Line Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the paint line within a heavy equipment manufacturing environment. This role ensures production schedules are met while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities -

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of paint line employees, including painters, prep technicians, and material handlers
• Ensure production targets are met while maintaining quality standards and minimizing downtime
• Monitor paint application processes including surface prep, priming, topcoat, curing, and inspection
• Enforce safety policies, PPE usage, and environmental compliance (OSHA, EPA, VOC standards)
• Troubleshoot paint defects, equipment issues, and process interruptions
• Train, coach, and evaluate paint line employees
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to resolve issues and improve processes
• Maintain accurate production, scrap, and labor records

Qualifications -

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 3-5+ years of experience in an industrial or heavy equipment paint environment
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred
• Knowledge of industrial coatings, paint systems, and finishing processes
• Ability to interpret quality standards, specifications, and blueprints
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Kress Benefits -

• Group Health Insurance including Prescriptions
• Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays

Kress Corporation is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer offering a good work environment, competitive compensation, and an excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental, and prescription at no premium in addition to other competitive benefits.