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Paint Supervisor (Manufacturing)

Gulf Island
Houma, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/18/2026
Description

Main Purpose:

The Paint Supervisor upholds the safety regulations of our company and supervises production processes to guarantee that all our products meet quality expectations, budget and delivery requirements. This position is responsible for supervising a large, diverse and talented paint manufacturing team. The primary goal of this position is to properly organize team members and achieve an efficient and productive workflow throughout the day. This position will also include directing, disciplining, training and assisting lower-level manufacturing employees in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Essential Functions

  • Coordinate and supervise daily activities of painting employees
  • Assure monthly goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are met
  • Collaborate with other departments to coordinate workflow, prevent bottlenecks and ensure each stage of the manufacturing process flows smoothly into the next
  • Set priorities for the team to ensure daily task completion
  • Monitor, track and meet project budgeted labor hours
  • Ensure employee timecards are correct and labor hours are properly recorded, including rework
  • Interpret and execute policies and procedures
  • Monitor processes to ensure quality standards are met
  • Coach and lead the painting team
  • Communicate with and assist other departments as needed
  • Ensure proper staging of materials at each workstation
  • Ensure production efficiencies meet or exceed expectations
  • Implement cost-saving strategies and techniques
  • Ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment for all employees
  • Support continuous improvement
  • Administer company policies consistently and fairly
  • Ensure quality hold points are followed and all products are reviewed and signed off prior to completion
  • Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits Offered

  • Earned Wage Access
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Safety Awards
  • Company Store
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

  • Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
  • Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
  • Pushing, pulling and reaching
  • Must be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5 years of supervisory experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, specifically painting
  • Read, write and speak proficient English
  • Ability to supervise multiple projects and departments simultaneously
  • Knowledgeable in painting manufacturing processes, including airless and conventional spray methods and metal finishing
  • Ability to provide clear, explicit verbal directions
  • Ability to plan shop flow and execute goals
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints
  • Ability to analyze and solve issues pertaining to quality, safety and production
  • Excellent coaching and communication skills
  • Ability to work within a team environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.)
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
  • Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education And Training

  • Forklift experience
  • Previous experience with generator enclosure coatings

Tools, Equipment And Technology

  • Computer and office equipment, airless and conventional sprayers, respirators etc.

Environmental Conditions

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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