Paint & Shipping Lead

Paint & Shipping Lead

Location: Cocoa, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: 1st Shift with oversight of possible 2nd Shift
Starting Rate: $30.00/hour (higher depending on experience)

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Paint & Shipping Lead to direct daily painting, blasting, and steel loading activities. This hands-on leadership position is responsible for coordinating workflow, maintaining quality standards, training employees, and ensuring work is completed safely and on schedule.

Responsibilities

Lead daily painting, sand blasting, and loading operations.

Help interview and select qualified or trainable team members.

Train and support new employees within the paint department.

Make sure required paint records and documentation are completed each day.

Use gauges, meters, and testing equipment to perform daily checks and verify proper operation and calibration.

Perform QA/QC inspections to confirm finished steel meets project and manufacturer requirements.

Review load tickets for accuracy and ensure information is entered correctly into production/shipping software.

Train employees on production and shipping software when needed.

Work with logistics, production, and management to assign painting and loading work according to production needs.

Monitor schedules and help ensure orders are ready for required delivery dates, including overtime and weekend work when necessary.

Identify process improvements and communicate recommendations to management.

Enforce safety procedures and address safety concerns promptly.

Assist with employee corrective action and progressive discipline when necessary.

Provide fair, consistent, and professional leadership.

Promote teamwork, accountability, and a productive work environment.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in structural steel painting and/or loading operations.

At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.

Strong knowledge of painting standards and quality control procedures.

Familiarity with production/shipping software preferred.

Demonstrated ability to train, supervise, and hold employees accountable.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate work.

Strong commitment to workplace safety and enforcing safe work practices.