Primary Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily production schedules to meet quality and output goals.
- Ensure production schedules and delivery commitments are understood and met.
- Monitor employee performance, address underperformance, and resolve workplace disputes constructively.
- Monitor workflow and allocate resources to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Ensure all team members comply with safety regulations and use required PPE at all times.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Utilize production and time management software to track productivity, identify bottlenecks, and maintain schedules.
- Monitor profiles, paint thickness, adhesion, curing, and finish quality as well as blast and paint equipment status and performance.
- Uphold quality assurance standards and manage nonconformance issues proactively.
- Ensure coatings are applied according to customer specifications, engineering requirements, and industry standards.
- Mentor and develop team members through coaching, performance reviews, and corrective action when needed.
- Conduct safety meetings, inspections, and incident investigations.
- Review and maintain travelers/routers, work orders, quality documentation and inspection records.
- Investigate and resolve paint defects, non-conformances, and rework issues.
- Enforce compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
- Promote safe handling, storage, and disposal of paints, solvents, and hazardous materials.
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments including QA, logistics, and maintenance.
- Foster a positive and cooperative team environment by addressing conflict and promoting collaboration.
- Any other work as defined by your supervisor.
Facility/Group Specific Responsibilities
- Compliance with all NOV standards and policies
- Compliance with all facility guidelines
Education & Experience Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Business preferred.
- 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Knowledge of surface preparation, blasting, industrial coatings, and paint application methods.
- Experience with structural steel, tower fabrication, or heavy industrial equipment preferred.
- Ability to read production schedules, drawings, and specifications.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to paint, dust, noise, and varying temperatures.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators and protective clothing.
- Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
- Hands-on experience with Lean practices, Six Sigma tools, or other improvement initiatives.
- Proficient in software such as SAP, Oracle, or other production/time management platforms.
- Proven experience managing medium to large teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven operation.
- Strong understanding of workplace safety, employee relations, and compliance standards.
Job Requirements
- Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.
- On-time delivery performance
- Commitment to upholding quality, safety, and operational excellence.
Benefits:
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
- Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Coverage options for just yourself as an eligible employee start at as little as $40 per pay period (bi-weekly), and plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) start at $150.50 per pay period (bi-weekly).
- Starting in 2026, FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
- FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
- FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
- All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
- All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.
