Lead Spray Painter & Quality Supervisor

Tailormade Solution; Durban; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Tailormade Solution in Durban is seeking an experienced Spray Paint Supervisor to oversee spray-painting operations, ensure high-quality finishes, maintain production efficiency, and uphold required standards. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years hands-on spray painting experience and a proven track record in supervising teams, setting paint mixing ratios, and ensuring proper drying and curing times.

This role requires strong problem-solving, excellent communication, and the ability to work under

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of hands-on spray painting experience
• Supervisory or team-leading experience is advantageous
• Strong understanding of paint mixing ratios
• Knowledge of different coating types and applications
• Proficient in spray gun operations and techniques
• Good understanding of drying and curing times
• Ability to identify and resolve painting and coating defects
• Strong knowledge of spray-painting processes and quality standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict production deadlines
• Ability to supervise and guide a team effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily spray-painting activities
• Ensure correct paint mixing ratios and coating specifications are followed
• Operate and monitor spray-painting equipment and spray guns
• Ensure proper drying and curing times are maintained
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met
• Identify and resolve paint defects, inconsistencies, and application issues
• Manage workflow to ensure production deadlines are achieved
• Provide guidance and support to spray-painting staff
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Monitor the use of paint, materials, and equipment to minimise wastage
• Communicate production requirements, challenges, and progress to management

Skills

Hands-on spray painting

Supervisory experience

Paint mixing ratios

Coating types

Spray gun operations

Drying and curing times

Quality standards

Communication

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Tools

Spray equipment

Job description

Tailormade Solution in Durban is seeking an experienced Spray Paint Supervisor to oversee spray-painting operations, ensure high-quality finishes, maintain production efficiency, and uphold required standards. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years hands-on spray painting experience and a proven track record in supervising teams, setting paint mixing ratios, and ensuring proper drying and curing times.

This role requires strong problem-solving, excellent communication, and the ability to work under