Paint Supervisor and Specialist (332) at Sage Oil Vac

JOB TITLE: Paint Supervisor and Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Production/ Quality

REPORTS TO: Production Manager

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

Purpose and Scope

The Paint Supervisor & Specialist is responsible for overseeing all aspects of industrial painting operations at Sage Oil Vac. This role combines hands-on technical expertise in surface preparation, paint application, and inspection with leadership responsibilities for supervising paint team members. The specialist ensures compliance with customer specifications, safety regulations, and Sage Oil Vac’s quality management system (ISO 9001:2015).

Key Responsibilities

Painting & Quality Assurance:

• Perform and oversee surface preparation, mixing, application, and curing of industrial paints on trucks, skids, tanks, and trailers.
• Conduct film thickness, surface profile, adhesion, and environmental condition readings to verify compliance.
• Ensure paint work meets standards and customer contract requirements.
• Identify and prevent paint defects (e.g., sagging, pinholes, fisheyes, blistering).
• Document all inspections and maintain accurate paint records for internal and customer use.
  
  

Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise and mentor a team of paint technicians and helpers.
• Assign work, monitor progress, and ensure jobs are completed safely, on schedule, and to quality standards.
• Train team members on proper painting techniques, safety practices, and use of spray equipment.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  
  

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce compliance with OSHA, EPA, and Sage Oil Vac safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe paint booth and work area.
• Ensure proper PPE use, hazard communication, and ventilation protocols are followed.
• Participate in audits and corrective action initiatives related to paint operations.
  
  

Qualifications Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of experience in industrial painting application and inspection.
• Knowledge of SSPC, ASTM, and ISO standards for surface preparation and paint application.
• Strong skills in spray equipment setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and work orders.
• Proficiency with paint measurement tools (film thickness gauges, hygrometers, surface profile gauges).
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising paint crews.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience painting large fabricated assemblies such as trucks, skids, and trailers.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems.
• Forklift, manlift, or other equipment certifications.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand, bend and spray for extended period of times; exposure to paint fumes, dust, and solvents (with required PPE). The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and work in hot/cold environments; work performed in shop and field settings as needed.

General Provisions & Employment Conditions

This job description is not exhaustive; employees may be assigned additional job-related duties and must follow instructions from authorized personnel. All listed responsibilities are considered essential and may be adjusted to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Successful job performance requires the necessary skills and abilities, though some requirements may preclude individuals who pose safety risks. The document outlines minimum qualifications and does not establish a contractual employment relationship, maintaining an "at-will" employment status. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, maintains a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations.