Paint Supervisor- 3rd Shift

PROENERGY; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PROENERGY is seeking a Paint Shop Supervisor to effectively manage the paint shop, ensuring optimum quality and customer satisfaction. Reporting to the Fabrication Manager, the role is based at 8310 McHard Road, Houston, TX 77053.

The candidate will supervise employees, manage daily operations, ensure safety compliance, and drive production KPIs while maintaining excellent customer service and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED, or relevant work experience in lieu of education.
• Must be able to operate forklift safely.
• Must have ability to rig properly and safely run an overhead style crane.
• Minimum of six months experience with either supervising or providing technical direction to a team.
• US work authorization is required; sponsorship not offered.
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Paint Shop employees and manage daily operations.
• Order and maintain paint supplies and equipment, ensuring the shop stays organized and well-maintained.
• Oversee all surface preparation work before painting.
• Ensure all work meets safety, legal, customer, and internal PES standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service and promote positive work practices within the shop.
• Meet performance goals and production targets.
• Motivate and support team members to achieve KPIs.

Skills

Supervision

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in related field

Job description

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

Our Footprint

PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.

In Sedalia, Missouri,

our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world is growing by 40 percent.

In Houston, Texas,

our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.

Kansas City

we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.

worldwide service centers

ensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills,

Position Summary

Effectively manage the PROENERGY paint shop with the aim of achieving optimum quality and customer satisfaction.

Reports To

Fabrication Manager

Work Location

8310 McHard Road, Houston, TX 77053

Position Responsibilities

• Supervise Paint Shop employees and manage daily operations.
• Order and maintain paint supplies and equipment, ensuring the shop stays organized and well-maintained.
• Oversee all surface preparation work before painting.
• Ensure all work meets safety, legal, customer, and internal PES standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service and promote positive work practices within the shop.
• Meet performance goals and production targets.
• Motivate and support team members to achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Supervisor Expectations

Communication

• Communicate clearly and effectively with employees and other departments.
• Conduct both formal and informal evaluations of direct reports.
• Make sure employees understand expectations for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Share company updates, policies, and performance expectations with the team.
• Collaborate with other supervisors and participate in daily pass-down meetings.

Reporting and Administration

• Ensure all safety incidents and near misses are reported and escalated according to company policy.
• Oversee quality reporting, including NCRs, redlines, and part inspections.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping, approve payroll, and manage PTO requests.
• Submit Helpdesk tickets and request tools or consumables as needed.
• Communicate and document schedule progress.
• Write mid-year and annual performance reviews for direct reports.
• Prepare documentation for performance or disciplinary actions when necessary.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead and participate in shop improvement teams and follow through on action items.
• Maintain and enhance 5S standards throughout the shop.
• Address and correct policy or behavior issues promptly and elevate when needed.
• Recognize and communicate strong performance from individuals or teams.
• Suggest and share ideas for design or process improvements.
• Track and report manpower hours and performance against goals.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED, or relevant work experience in lieu of education.
• Material handling equipment experience:
• Must have ability to operate forklift safely.
• Must have the ability and knowledge to rig properly and safely run an overhead style crane.
• Minimum of six months experience with either supervising or providing technical direction to a team.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check

Desired Qualifications

• Associate degree from two-year college in a related technical field or certificate or diploma from trade school in related field and 5+ years’ experience in industrial painting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 + years’ experience with directly supervising maintenance staff.
• Experience carrying out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Technical competence including understanding software, hardware, networks, etc.

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.