Painting Foreman - Industrial & Commercial

Industrial Painting USA; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly production bonus

Early completion bonus

Training and career advancement

Job summary

Industrial Painter is seeking an experienced Industrial Painting Foreman to oversee painting projects at industrial sites nationwide. The role requires leading a team of 3–6 painters, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion while managing project budgets.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in industrial painting with supervisory experience; Spanish proficiency is a plus. Local to the Greater Chicago Area with willingness to travel across the Midwest; nights and weekends may be

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of industrial painting experience with a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Spanish proficiency preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel across the Midwest; nights/weekends as needed.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of painting techniques, surface preparation and coatings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate industrial painting projects from start to finish.
• Lead a team of 3 to 6 painters, ensuring safety, on-time completion, and within budget.
• Assign tasks and provide guidance to team members.
• Inspect progress and quality against project specs and safety standards.
• Train new team members on techniques and safety procedures.
• Communicate project status with project managers, contractors and clients.
• Maintain records of expenses, materials and daily progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
• Travel to project sites as required across states.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Spanish language

Communication

Team motivation

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Job description

Industrial Painter is a successful, growing company which specializes in painting commercial and industrial facilities throughout the United States. We are committed to creating intimate customer relationships that distinguish Industrial Painter as a premier business partner for our customers.

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Painting Foreman to oversee and manage painting projects at various industrial sites. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial painting, supervision of teams, and a willingness to travel extensively to different states for projects. This role requires leadership skills, the ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends, and proficiency in Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate industrial painting projects from start to finish.
• Lead a team of 3 to 6 painters, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Inspect work progress and quality to ensure adherence to project specifications and safety standards.
• Train new team members on painting techniques, safety protocols, and company procedures.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, contractors, and clients regarding project status, issues, and changes.
• Maintain accurate records of project expenses, materials used, and daily progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards throughout all phases of the project.
• Must be local to the Greater Chicago Area, but willing to travel to various project sites across different states in the Midwest as required.

Requirements :

• At least 3 years of experience in industrial painting, with proven experience in a supervisory or foreman role.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
• Proficiency in Spanish (fluent or conversational) is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as required by project needs.
• Knowledge of painting techniques, surface preparation, and coating applications.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification or training in industrial painting or coatings application.
• Experience with industrial equipment and machinery painting.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safety protocols in industrial settings.

Working Conditions:

• Travel required to various project sites, potentially across different states.
• Ability to work in varied environments including outdoor and indoor industrial settings.
• Possibility of working nights, weekends, and overtime as project demands dictate.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Generous production bonus per week
• Early completion bonus and cost saving bonus
• Opportunities for training and career advancement.