Team Lead, Paint

Whirlwind Steel Buildings and Components; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Whirlwind Steel in Houston, TX is seeking a Paint Department Team Leader to guide the painting crew, align daily goals with production targets, and uphold quality and safety standards. You will support hiring, onboarding, and training while hands-on painting operations are performed as needed.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and a focus on safety as part of a busy manufacturing environment. A background in industrial painting and crane/forklift operation is ideal.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED is required and industrial painting experience is preferred.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and communication abilities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Strong safety practices knowledge and the ability to enforce them with a team.
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts in production environments.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and monitor daily production activities and reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Paint Department team members by communicating daily goals and safety practices.
• Assist management with hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members.
• Oversee daily painting operations to meet quality standards and production targets.
• Maintain surfaces, mix coatings, and apply primers and finishes as needed.
• Monitor quality, safety, and productivity; provide coaching as required.
• Prepare daily production reports and manage department inventory and supplies.
• Ensure safe operation of cranes and hoists during painting tasks.
• Support team with issues, questions, and continuous improvement ideas.
• Conduct team meetings to share best practices and department goals.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Safety awareness

Communication

Training

Attention to detail

Report generation

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Description

Whirlwind Steel is a premier metal building manufacturer specializing in the design, fabrication, and delivery of top-quality metal structures. Our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has position us as an industry leader. This has allowed us to become creators and distributors of buildings and products that people use to live, learn, worship, work, and play.

Job Summary

The Paint Department Team Leader is responsible for leading and supporting the Paint Department team while helping ensure production goals, quality standards, and safety expectations are met. This role works closely with management to communicate goals and deadlines, support team members, assist with training and hiring, and help maintain an efficient and organized department. The Team Leader will also have hands‑on knowledge of industrial painting processes and assist with painting operations as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support Paint Department team members by communicating daily goals, deadlines, expectations, and safety practices.
• Support the team manager and perform management duties when the manager is absent or unavailable.
• Oversee daily painting operations to ensure products are properly prepared, primed, and finished according to quality standards.
• Clean and prepare surfaces by removing grease, dirt, rust, and other contaminants using appropriate materials and equipment.
• Select and mix coating liquids to meet required colors and specifications using paddle or mechanical mixers.
• Operate spray guns, adjust valves and nozzles, and apply primers and finishing coats for even coverage and quality finish.
• Operate overhead cranes and monorail paint hoists to safely position materials and products for painting.
• Monitor team member work for quality, safety, productivity, and compliance with company guidelines.
• Provide encouragement and coaching to team members and identify areas where additional training or skill development may be needed.
• Assist management with hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members.
• Answer team member questions and help address work‑related concerns or problems.
• Conduct team meetings to communicate best practices, safety expectations, and ongoing department goals.
• Manage department inventory and supplies, maintain accurate records, and communicate ordering needs to management.
• Maintain daily reports and communicate department performance, production needs, and concerns to management.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Previous industrial painting or manufacturing experience required.
• Strong knowledge of industrial painting techniques and safety practices.
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts is essential.
• Working knowledge of production planning and scheduling.
• Knowledge of inventory control and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Ability to create and maintain daily production reports.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to train, coach, and support team members.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Must pass a pulmonary fit test to meet safety and health standards.

Benefits

This is a full‑time position with competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and opportunities for growth within the company.