Structural Steel Paint & Shipping Lead

Structural Steel Paint & Shipping Lead

Location: Cocoa, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Starting Pay: $30.00/hour, with potential for higher pay based on experience
Shift: First shift, with oversight responsibilities for a possible second shift

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced lead to coordinate structural steel painting, sandblasting, and shipping operations. This hands-on role focuses on quality control, employee training, production scheduling, safe work practices, and on-time deliveries. The successful candidate will work with production, logistics, and management to keep daily operations running efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• • Help interview candidates and identify qualified applicants with the right skills and attitude.

  • Train new employees in painting and department procedures.

  • Ensure daily paint documentation is complete and accurate.

  • Inspect and verify gauges, meters, and testing equipment for proper calibration and operation.

  • Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) checks to confirm finished steel meets project requirements, painting standards, and manufacturer specifications.

  • Review load tickets for accuracy and enter shipping information into production and shipping software.

  • Train employees on production and shipping systems as needed.

  • Coordinate painting, sandblasting, and loading assignments with production, logistics, and management.

  • Monitor daily production schedules and ensure orders meet delivery deadlines, including overtime and weekend work when required.

  • Identify process improvements and present recommendations to management.

  • Enforce safety procedures and ensure employees follow workplace policies.

  • Participate in corrective action and progressive discipline processes when necessary.

  • Lead by example through fair, consistent, and professional supervision.

  • Maintain a cooperative, productive work environment while keeping quality, efficiency, and safety a priority.

Qualifications

• • At least 5 years of experience in structural steel painting, sandblasting, and/or loading operations.

  • At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.

  • Strong knowledge of industrial painting standards and quality control procedures.

  • Familiarity with production and shipping software preferred.

  • Ability to lead teams, train employees, and apply company policies fairly and consistently.

  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities, schedules, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate, high-quality work.

  • Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance.