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Structural Steel Paint & Shipping Lead
Location: Cocoa, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Starting Pay: $30.00/hour, with potential for higher pay based on experience
Shift: First shift, with oversight responsibilities for a possible second shift
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced lead to coordinate structural steel painting, sandblasting, and shipping operations. This hands-on role focuses on quality control, employee training, production scheduling, safe work practices, and on-time deliveries. The successful candidate will work with production, logistics, and management to keep daily operations running efficiently.
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Help interview candidates and identify qualified applicants with the right skills and attitude.
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Train new employees in painting and department procedures.
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Ensure daily paint documentation is complete and accurate.
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Inspect and verify gauges, meters, and testing equipment for proper calibration and operation.
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Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) checks to confirm finished steel meets project requirements, painting standards, and manufacturer specifications.
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Review load tickets for accuracy and enter shipping information into production and shipping software.
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Train employees on production and shipping systems as needed.
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Coordinate painting, sandblasting, and loading assignments with production, logistics, and management.
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Monitor daily production schedules and ensure orders meet delivery deadlines, including overtime and weekend work when required.
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Identify process improvements and present recommendations to management.
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Enforce safety procedures and ensure employees follow workplace policies.
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Participate in corrective action and progressive discipline processes when necessary.
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Lead by example through fair, consistent, and professional supervision.
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Maintain a cooperative, productive work environment while keeping quality, efficiency, and safety a priority.
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At least 5 years of experience in structural steel painting, sandblasting, and/or loading operations.
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At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
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Strong knowledge of industrial painting standards and quality control procedures.
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Familiarity with production and shipping software preferred.
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Ability to lead teams, train employees, and apply company policies fairly and consistently.
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Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities, schedules, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate, high-quality work.
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Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance.