Painter Lead - 1st Shift

Provide daily direction and support to painters to ensure production goals and quality standards are achieved. Assist with organizing workflow, prioritizing jobs, and communicating production needs to the Paint Supervisor/Manager. Train and mentor new and existing employees on proper painting techniques, safety procedures, and department processes. Perform surface preparation including cleaning, sanding, grinding, masking, and repairing surfaces. Set up and operate spray equipment to apply primer, paint, lacquer, sealer, enamel, and protective coatings. Mix paints and coatings according to specifications while maintaining proper viscosity, color, and consistency. Review work instructions, drawings, and specifications to verify correct colors, finishes, and coating requirements. Inspect completed work for quality, consistency, and adherence to customer requirements. Identify paint defects and assist with corrective actions, including sanding, blending, and refinishing. Ensure proper handling, storage, and use of paints, chemicals, and painting supplies. Maintain paint equipment, spray guns, tools, and work areas. Promote safe work practices, including proper PPE use, ventilation requirements, and hazardous material handling. Support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency, quality, and department performance. Communicate production issues, material shortages, and quality concerns to leadership. Operate lifting and moving equipment as needed to safely position materials and access work areas. Perform hands-on painting duties while supporting team productivity. Work in enclosed spaces and areas with extreme heat, dust, and paint fumes as required.