Paint Shop Supervisor

Our engineering clients based closed to Havant have an exciting opportunity for a Paint Shop Supervisor to join their growing team. This role involves leading and taking ownership of the paint shop, ensuring high-quality powder coating and wet spray finishes are delivered on time, to specification and to company standards. It is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical skill with the drive to improve processes, develop the team and make the paint shop a centre of excellence. Previous supervisory or senior operator experience in a manufacturing setting is essential, as is experience in powder coating and wet spraying to a high industrial standard. Core responsibilities: * Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the paint shop, making decisions to keep production on track. * Plan and allocate workloads to meet production schedules and priorities. * Train, coach and mentor paint shop team members to develop skills and flexibility. * Carry out powder coating and wet spraying to a high industrial standard. * Operate and maintain paint shop equipment, including spray guns, booths and ovens. * Track progress against production targets and report overruns or issues promptly. * Carry out in-process quality checks, recording results accurately. * Investigate quality concerns, identify root causes and take corrective action. * Promote a culture of “right first time” across the paint shop. * Promote and enforce safe working practices at all times. * Ensure correct use of PPE and compliance with all health and safety procedures. Required skills & experience: * Previous experience working in a paint shop within a production environment * Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience * Experience leading a small production team, or looking to take the next step into a leading position Working hours 4 day working week! Monday – Thursday – 7am – 5pm Benefits: 4 day working week Up to 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays Salary sacrifice pension scheme Healthcare app: LIVI virtual GP Free onsite parking PPE