Senior Paint Line Operations Leader

Link Recruiting; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Link Recruiting is seeking a Paint Operations Manager to oversee all paint line operations, driving efficiency, quality, and regulatory compliance across personnel, equipment, materials, and processes.

The role focuses on managing daily activities, coaching supervisors and painters, and developing coating procedures to meet customer specifications while maintaining a safe work environment in line with OSHA, MIOSHA, and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading paint line operations in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of DEQ/EPA regulatory requirements.
• Ability to manage safety programs per OSHA/MIOSHA.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all paint line operations, ensuring efficient production and quality output.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment per regulatory standards.
• Hire, train, and develop paint line staff including supervisors and mixing room personnel.
• Track and report operational metrics; drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain mixing instructions and verify coating properties.
• Forecast and order paint line supplies; manage materials inventory.
• Identify process issues and implement corrective actions to improve yield and productivity.
• Ensure product testing meets customer specifications and project timelines.

Skills

Paint line operations

Personnel management

Process control systems

Safety compliance

Continuous improvement

Regulatory compliance

Data tracking & reporting

Job description

Link Recruiting is seeking a Paint Operations Manager to oversee all paint line operations, driving efficiency, quality, and regulatory compliance across personnel, equipment, materials, and processes.

The role focuses on managing daily activities, coaching supervisors and painters, and developing coating procedures to meet customer specifications while maintaining a safe work environment in line with OSHA, MIOSHA, and environmental regulations.