Robotic Paint Operations Lead - Startup Facility

Job Juncture; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture seeks an experienced Paint Assistant Manager to help launch and oversee a new manufacturing facility's painting operations. You will lead robotic painting on first and second shifts, ensuring quality, appearance, and process reliability.

The role requires hands-on programming, robot teaching, process optimization, and strong collaboration with maintenance and engineering to drive continuous improvement and startup success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification in robotics, manufacturing, automation, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2–5 years of progressive experience in industrial spray painting, robotic painting, or surface finishing operations.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting automated paint systems and supporting production performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Paint Manager on daily painting operations across first and second shifts to meet production, quality, and safety objectives.
• Provide technical guidance to paint technicians, operators, and production personnel.
• Support startup activities, equipment commissioning, process validation, and SOP development.
• Coordinate production activities, staffing needs, and workflow to maintain efficient paint operations.
• Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and equipment reliability.
• Oversee operation, programming, and troubleshooting of automated robotic painting systems including spray guns and fluid delivery equipment.
• Perform robot teaching, path programming, and 3D offline programming for consistent coverage and film thickness.
• Monitor and adjust paint viscosity, temperature, humidity, airflow, booth pressure, flash times, and curing conditions.
• Troubleshoot robotic equipment and paint application issues to minimize downtime.
• Partner with maintenance and engineering teams to support performance and continuous improvement.
• Ensure painted components meet appearance and performance standards and manage defect resolution.
• Promote safety, housekeeping, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Robotic painting

Robot teaching

Path programming

Paint application

Spray equipment

Fluid delivery

Troubleshooting

Technical leadership

Production coordination

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Startup adaptability

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Robotics/automation certification

Tools

Yaskawa robots

Offline programming

Job description

Job Juncture seeks an experienced Paint Assistant Manager to help launch and oversee a new manufacturing facility's painting operations. You will lead robotic painting on first and second shifts, ensuring quality, appearance, and process reliability.

The role requires hands-on programming, robot teaching, process optimization, and strong collaboration with maintenance and engineering to drive continuous improvement and startup success.