Paint Shop Lead - Finishes, Safety & Team Leadership

Lawrence Brothers Inc; Bluefield (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Paint Shop Leadman position at Lawrence Brothers, Inc. oversees painting operations in a manufacturing setting, ensuring high-quality finishes and adherence to production schedules.

You will supervise painters and technicians, manage materials, and maintain equipment to support efficient workflow. Responsibilities include coordinating daily operations, assigning tasks, training staff, and enforcing safety protocols in line with OSHA requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial painting within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Knowledge of various painting techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to read and complete work orders, and technical specifications.
• Understanding of safety regulations and hazardous material handling.
• Excellent problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, and lift heavy materials for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and Coordinate: Oversee daily painting operations, ensuring production goals and quality standards are met.
• Assign Tasks & Lead Team: Distribute work assignments, train employees, and monitor performance to ensure efficiency.
• Quality Control: Inspect surfaces before and after painting, ensuring proper application and adherence to specifications.
• Surface Preparation: Ensure materials are properly prepped, including grinding, sanding, priming, and masking, for optimal paint adhesion.
• Paint Application: Oversee the correct preparation and application of paints, coatings, and finishes according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain powder coating guns, booths, all equipment within the paint shop. Be able to perform maintenance on equipment when needed to ensuring proper function and minimizing downtime.
• Review and approve employee time cards daily to ensure accuracy and timely payroll processing.
• Address attendance, performance, and conduct issues by issuing disciplinary actions and write‑ups in accordance with Lawrence Brothers, Inc. policies and procedures.
• Review and submit employee time‑off request forms in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain accurate employee training records and ensure all required training is completed and documented.
• Conduct routine shop safety meetings and reinforce company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.
• Assist Human Resources with employee evaluations and performance reviews for employees under your direct supervision.
• Communicate company policies, expectations, and procedural changes to employees.
• Monitor employee performance, attendance, and productivity, providing coaching and corrective action when necessary.
• Foster a safe, professional, and productive work environment while promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Perform other supervisory duties as assigned by management.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce OSHA and company safety protocols, ensuring the Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used, and handling of hazardous materials.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance finish quality.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory skills

Painting techniques

Materials handling

Reading work orders

Safety regulations

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Tools

Paint equipment knowledge

Job description

The Paint Shop Leadman position at Lawrence Brothers, Inc. oversees painting operations in a manufacturing setting, ensuring high-quality finishes and adherence to production schedules.

You will supervise painters and technicians, manage materials, and maintain equipment to support efficient workflow. Responsibilities include coordinating daily operations, assigning tasks, training staff, and enforcing safety protocols in line with OSHA requirements.