Paint Coating Superintendent

Paint Coating Superintendent 

Position Type:                           Full-time, Exempt, Salary

Reports to:                                Production Manager/Plant Manager 

Supervisory Responsibility:       Paint Coating Team

Location:                                  Jacksonville, FL

Company Summary

Stellar Energy Americas Inc. (SEA) provides state-of-the-art solutions to customers, optimizing energy performance today and preparing for the energy needs of tomorrow. With over 25 years of experience, we’ve delivered enhanced energy efficiency and capacity to clients in more than 15 countries, supporting their unique sustainability objectives. Our expertise extends across turbine inlet air chilling, central utility plants, district cooling, combined heat & power systems, thermal energy storage, inlet air heating, data center chilling, and inlet air chilling for LNG facilities. Additionally, we offer start-up & commissioning, system health analysis, services, and training. Our skilled engineers and dedicated tradespeople make us the global leader in customized energy solutions, striving to add value to today’s energy infrastructure and create a responsible energy economy.

Position Summary

The Paint Coating Superintendent will oversee all painting activities, ensuring quality, efficiency, and safety standards while fostering team development. The role requires strong technical knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and leadership skills to drive both production quality and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Supervision:

• Lead daily painting operations to ensure adherence to project specifications, quality, and safety standards.
• Coordinate workflow with production, planning, and quality control to meet production targets.
• Inspect work to verify quality and address any defects.
• Manage painting equipment and supply inventory, ensuring all tools are in proper condition.
• Train and develop the painting team to improve technical skills and productivity.
• Implement safety practices for handling paint and materials to maintain a safe workplace.

Production & Project Management:

• Track productivity, quality, and performance metrics to identify improvement areas.
• Monitor and update the Project Plan, ensuring milestones are met, and report progress.
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions are followed and contribute to process improvements.
• Verify completion of quality checks with QA/QC and monitor material usage and inventory.

Safety & Tool Management:

• Enforce safety protocols and conduct weekly safety meetings.
• Oversee proper storage and use of shop tools and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization through the 5S methodology.

Continuous Improvement:

• Lead 5S and Lean activities to support organization, cleanliness, and efficiency.
• Prepare for ISO 9001 and other audits.
• Champion continuous improvement, suggesting and implementing process enhancements.

Supervisory Responsibility

• This role includes supervisory responsibilities, managing the paint coating team effectively.

Competencies

• Leadership and Team Building
• Decision-Making & Problem Solving
• Strong Communication Skills, both Verbal and Written
• Organizational Skills and Attention to Detail
• Time Management and Reliability

Working Conditions

• Requires standing, walking, and occasional heavy lifting.
• Exposure to paint fumes and chemicals with required PPE.
• Ladder work and elevated heights are necessary.

Work Schedule

• Full-time, Monday through Friday, 6:00AM-4:30PM
• Occasional evening or weekend work as needed.
• 10% Travel Requirements (as needed) annually. 

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; vocational/technical training in painting or coatings preferred.
• 3-5 years of industrial painting experience, with at least 1-2 years in a Supervisory role.
• Proficiency with blueprints, production drawings, and job specifications.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills; experience with Lean/continuous improvement is a plus.

Work Authorization

Must be authorized to work in the USA.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.