Powder Coating Team Leader

Witham, Essex
£30,500 rising to £32,500 after 6 months + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

A leading global manufacturer is seeking an experienced Powder Coating Team Leader to join its expanding operation in Witham. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a highly respected engineering business supplying premium construction products to landmark projects worldwide.

Benefits

• 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday)
• 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Flexible working opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Profit-related bonus
• Sick pay
• Life assurance
• Employee discounts and benefits platform
• Ongoing training and career development

The Role

You will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day activities within the powder coating department, ensuring output, quality and safety targets are achieved while supporting and developing the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team within the powder coating department
• Organise daily schedules and allocate work effectively
• Oversee pre-treatment, coating application, curing and final inspection activities
• Ensure finished products meet required finish, colour, thickness and adhesion standards
• Monitor material consumption, equipment performance and process settings
• Work closely with maintenance and engineering teams to maximise equipment availability
• Maintain compliance with ISO 9001, COSHH and site safety requirements
• Promote safe working practices and correct use of PPE
• Assist with investigating defects and implementing corrective actions
• Support continuous improvement projects to increase efficiency and reduce waste

About You

• Previous experience within powder coating, paint line or surface finishing operations
• Supervisory or team leadership experience gained in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of coating processes, quality standards and finishing techniques
• Ability to interpret job specifications, technical documentation and colour data
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and process improvement methods
• Strong communication, organisation and people management skills
• Able to train, motivate and develop team members

Desirable

• Experience with automated coating systems or robotic equipment
• Knowledge of chemical pre-treatment processes
• Lean, 5S or Six Sigma training
• Health & Safety or First Aid qualifications

If you're an experienced Powder Coating Team Leader, Paint Line Supervisor, Surface Finishing Supervisor, Production Team Leader or Manufacturing Supervisor, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact Julia at Prime Appointments for more information.