Location: Columbus, OH
Department: Operations / Production
Reports To: Production Manager / Managing Director
Job Type: Full-Time
We're looking for an experienced Powder Coating Production Foreman to lead our production team and oversee the day-to-day operations of our powder coating facility. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands the entire coating process and enjoys working alongside their team to produce high-quality work.
The right candidate will have experience managing production schedules, leading employees, solving problems on the floor, and ensuring products meet quality standards. You'll play a key role in keeping production running safely, efficiently, and on schedule while maintaining a positive, accountable work environment.
Production Operations
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Lead and coordinate daily production activities throughout the powder coating process, including pretreatment, racking, powder application, curing, inspection, and packaging.
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Assign work based on production priorities and balance staffing across departments to keep work flowing efficiently.
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Monitor production schedules and adjust resources as needed to meet customer deadlines.
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Oversee both manual and automated powder coating lines to ensure equipment is operating properly and production standards are met.
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Identify and resolve production issues quickly to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
Quality Control
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Ensure all finished products meet company quality standards for coating thickness, adhesion, gloss, color consistency, and overall finish.
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Verify pretreatment systems, chemical concentrations, wash temperatures, and oven curing profiles are operating within specifications.
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Work closely with the quality team to reduce scrap, eliminate rework, and implement corrective actions when issues arise.
Team Leadership
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Supervise, train, and coach production employees, including sprayers, rackers, material handlers, and line operators.
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Promote a positive, team-oriented culture built on accountability, communication, and continuous improvement.
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Monitor attendance, performance, and adherence to company policies.
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Cross-train employees to improve flexibility and maintain production coverage.
Safety & Equipment
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Maintain a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
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Ensure proper use of PPE and safe operation of all equipment.
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Coordinate preventive maintenance for spray equipment, conveyor systems, ovens, and powder recovery systems.
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Keep the production area clean, organized, and free from cross-contamination between powder colors.
Required
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At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory or foreman role within an industrial powder coating or industrial finishing environment.
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Strong understanding of powder coating processes, pretreatment systems, spray equipment, curing ovens, and quality standards.
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Proven ability to lead and motivate a production team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
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Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to quickly identify and resolve production or equipment issues.
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Ability to work on your feet throughout the day and lift up to 50 pounds when needed.
Preferred
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Experience with continuous conveyor or batch powder coating systems.
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Familiarity with ERP or MRP software used for production scheduling and inventory management.
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Salary: $55,000$70,000 annually, based on experience
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401(k) with company match
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Paid Holidays
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Opportunities for advancement into Operations Management
