Paint Operations Leader: CI, Safety & Quality

Amerequip; Kiel (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Amerequip hiring a Paint Operations Manager to lead and improve our production system in the Wisconsin facility. You will drive daily improvements (MDI), assure safety, and coordinate a team of painters, technicians, and handlers to meet production goals.

You will foster a culture of continuous improvement, align projects with corporate KPIs, manage quality and process control, and collaborate with HR, Supply Chain, and Finance to optimize capacity and costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvements to the production system for SPQDC in paint operations (MDI).
• Develop initiatives to support paint ops aligned with Corp KPIs.
• Mentor team in continuous improvement using CI tools (e.g., Kaizen).
• Promote engagement across the department.
• Enforce OSHA safety protocols and environmental compliance.
• Analyze safety risks and develop mitigation plans for paint operations.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, disposal of paints and hazardous materials.
• Oversee training and development of painters, technicians, pre-hang, and material handlers.
• Set, monitor, and adjust goals for the paint team to meet company objectives.
• Implement and oversee quality control to ensure finishes meet specifications.
• Monitor quality inspections to detect defects and address.
• Work with paint and chemical suppliers to maintain process control.
• Ensure all parts are painted to meet quality standards.
• Coordinate schedules and resources to meet production demands.
• Optimize workflows to maximize efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Improve part densities and throughput to increase capacity.
• Manage paint line tooling and inventories; ensure safe operation.
• Review demand forecasts to ensure paint capacity.
• Collaborate with HR, Supply Chain, Finance on staffing and equipment decisions.
• Oversee 6S standards for a safe, efficient workplace.

Job description

Amerequip hiring a Paint Operations Manager to lead and improve our production system in the Wisconsin facility. You will drive daily improvements (MDI), assure safety, and coordinate a team of painters, technicians, and handlers to meet production goals.

You will foster a culture of continuous improvement, align projects with corporate KPIs, manage quality and process control, and collaborate with HR, Supply Chain, and Finance to optimize capacity and costs.