About ARTEMA

ARTEMA is a door manufacturer based in West Grey. We are looking for a hands-on leader to run our Paint Department and keep every product finished safely, on time and to a consistent standard.

The Role

This is an 18-month maternity leave coverage contract. As Paint Department Supervisor, you will plan, coordinate and supervise all paint operations: surface preparation, color matching, application, curing, equipment maintenance, scheduling and inventory. You will lead Paint Technicians, Paint Line Operators and Paint Preparation Personnel, and report to the Production Manager / Operations Manager. You will also drive continuous improvement in quality, material use and efficiency.

What You Will Do

Safety and environmental compliance

- Enforce safety policies and PPE requirements, and promote safe handling of paints, solvents and chemicals
- Maintain proper ventilation and housekeeping, and ensure waste is disposed of according to regulations
- Investigate and report incidents and near misses

Production planning and scheduling

- Review the daily paint schedule, prioritize work and meet delivery commitments
- Coordinate workflow with CNC Machining, Assembly and Shipping
- Minimize downtime and bottlenecks

Paint operations and quality

- Verify surface preparation, paint formulas, mix ratios and application methods
- Monitor spray equipment, curing and finish quality




- Inspect products for defects before release and keep color and finish consistent

Equipment, inventory and materials

- Oversee spray equipment, pumps, mixers, curing systems and booths, and schedule preventive maintenance
- Monitor paint, hardener and consumable inventory, minimize waste, and work with Purchasing on shortages

Leadership and continuous improvement

- Assign daily work, run shift start-up meetings, and train and coach your team
- Build SOP compliance, conduct performance discussions, and promote teamwork and accountability
- Reduce paint defects and rework, improve transfer efficiency, and recommend process and equipment improvements

You will have the authority to stop production for safety or quality concerns, approve paint batch adjustments within company procedures, and recommend disciplinary action.

What We Are Looking For

- Experience in industrial painting or finishing, with 2+years in a lead or supervisory role
- Working knowledge of spray application, color matching, curing systems and paint mixing
- Robust understanding of workplace health and safety and environmental requirements for coatings and chemicals
- Ability to coach a team, hold people accountable and communicate with other departments

Pay: $18.12-$22.00 per hour Expected hours: 42.5 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Work Location: In person

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