Line lead/supervisor (paint shop)

Schedule/Location of Work:

We are currently hiring for Day Shift Position with a consistent, work-life-friendly schedule:
10-hour shifts, 4 days per week (Monday–Thursday)
6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Based at our facility in Rosenort, MB (just 35 minutes south of Winnipeg)

About the Role:

The Paint Shop Line Lead / Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily paint shop operations and ensuring that production targets, quality standards, safety requirements, and company expectations are consistently met.

This role provides leadership and direction to paint shop employees, maintains accountability within the department, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures effective communication and coordination between the Paint Shop, Production, Assembly, Receiving, and Management teams.

key duties and responsibilities

• Lead daily Paint Shop operations, workflow, staffing, and production priorities.
• Ensure products meet company quality, finish, and customer standards.
• Drive safety, cleanliness, organization, efficiency, and employee accountability.
• Monitor production performance, KPIs, labor efficiency, rework, and material usage.
• Identify and resolve production, quality, equipment, and workflow issues quickly.
• Maintain accurate schedules, production data, KPI boards, and operational updates.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and support to minimize downtime.
• Communicate effectively with employees, management, and other departments.
• Coach, develop, and hold team members accountable for performance and standards.
• Lead continuous improvement using Lean principles such as 5S, Kaizen, and Standard Work.
• Ensure that proper documentation is kept for traceability and quality control.
• Ensure all work orders scheduled are properly punch in/out using the Genius software.
• Effective time management is expected daily to achieve efficiencies and expected output.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• 3+ years of experience in a paint shop, manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial painting, finishing processes, paint equipment, and quality standards.
• Experience troubleshooting paint defects, equipment issues, and production problems.
• Understanding of production schedules, labor efficiency, KPIs, and quality control.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, cleanliness, and employee accountability.

Preferred

• Previous experience as a Paint Shop Lead, Supervisor, Team Lead, or Production Lead.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, or PDCA is an asset.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Any previous experience within a manufacturing setting

BENEFiTS/PERKS

Company Matched RRSP

• 2% after 3 months of employment
• 3% after 5 years of employment

Health Benefits

• Dental – 100% employer paid premium
• Health - 100% employer paid premium
• Basic Life (1x annual wage) - 100% employer paid premium
• AD&D - 100% employer paid
• Long Term Disability (LTD) – 100% employee paid premium

Safety Gear

• Safety Boot Reimbursement - $150 after 3 months or $300 every 2 years

Programs

• Employee Referral Program - $1,500 bonus potential (no limit)
• Continuing Education Program - $1,500 per year employee reimbursement
• Lunch Program – 50% to $10 maximum per meal subsidized by employer

Bonus’

• Production Bonus (paid quarterly)

Vacation and Overtime

• 9 STAT holidays plus 2 additional paid civic holidays
• Earn and Burn Vacation Accrual
• 1 week (40 hours) PTO per year (NEW)
• Banked hours option (NEW)

Other

• Free in-house gym

Other Requirements:

• Must reside in Manitoba
• Possess a valid class 5 driver's license and reliable transportation
• Willingness to commute to our facility in Rosenort, Manitoba

Applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered

The final compensation range may vary above or below the posted band based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and overall alignment with the role requirements.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED