Industrial Paint Supervisor

Holman•Bartlett, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What’s Right throughout the last century. Our teams deliver the Holman Experience by treating our customers and each other as we would like to be treated, and creating positive, rewarding relationships all around. The automotive markets Holman serves include fleet management and leasing; vehicle fabrication and upfitting; component manufacturing and productivity solutions; powertrain distribution and logistics services; commercial and personal insurance and risk management; and retail automotive sales as one of the largest privately owned dealership groups in the United States. Join the Holman Team! Holman is seeking a 1st Shift Industrial Paint Supervisor to lead paint department operations in Bartlett, IL. Position Summary The Industrial Paint Supervisor is responsible for leading all paint department operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role partners closely with management and product specialists to align production schedules, material availability, staffing, and quality standards while maintaining full regulatory compliance. The supervisor directly impacts manufacturing performance, on-time delivery, customer satisfaction, and overall profitability. Principal Purpose of Position Partner with management and product specialists to establish and maintain inventory min/max levels. Ensure timely release of materials to jobs based on availability and production capacity. Monitor production schedules and ship dates; proactively communicate delays or material shortages that impact timelines. Adjust staffing hours as needed in coordination with department leads to meet demand. Support daily workflow to maintain continuous production flow. Provide clear direction on daily priorities and mentor team members in skill development. Review purchase order pricing for accuracy and notify management of discrepancies. Provide updates regarding facility efficiency and upcoming workload. Track work-in-process delays and communicate status updates. Generate reports identifying inaccuracies in production data entry and attendance versus labor hours for management review. Review all jobs prior to shipment. Ensure products meet print specifications and company standards for quality, fit, and finish. Confirm 100% parts completion prior to shipment. Communicate directly with customers regarding shortages and update purchase orders as required. Safely handle paint materials and hazardous waste in compliance with RCRA requirements. Oversee hazardous waste management processes. Complete additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience required.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in a painting and finishing environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, SharePoint).
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Experience with plural component (2K/2KE) paint systems.
Working knowledge of mix ratios, pot life, and industrial spray applications.
Experience scheduling shop floor resources.
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles.
Candidates must successfully pass a physical examination, drug screening, and criminal background check prior to employment.
(Completion required within 90 days of hire if not already certified) RCRA Hazardous Waste Training (annual recertification required)
Holman Hazardous Materials Communication Training Review of Holman Emergency Action Plan and Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan (annual review)
EPA Area Source Rule 6H Training (recertification every 5 years)
DOT Hazardous Materials Training (recertification every 3 years)

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Experience with ECM1 ERP system preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with management and product specialists to establish and maintain inventory min/max levels.
Ensure timely release of materials to jobs based on availability and production capacity.
Monitor production schedules and ship dates; proactively communicate delays or material shortages that impact timelines.
Adjust staffing hours as needed in coordination with department leads to meet demand.
Support daily workflow to maintain continuous production flow.
Provide clear direction on daily priorities and mentor team members in skill development.
Review purchase order pricing for accuracy and notify management of discrepancies.
Provide updates regarding facility efficiency and upcoming workload.
Track work-in-process delays and communicate status updates.
Generate reports identifying inaccuracies in production data entry and attendance versus labor hours for management review.
Review all jobs prior to shipment.
Ensure products meet print specifications and company standards for quality, fit, and finish.
Confirm 100% parts completion prior to shipment.
Communicate directly with customers regarding shortages and update purchase orders as required.
Safely handle paint materials and hazardous waste in compliance with RCRA requirements.
Oversee hazardous waste management processes.
Complete additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) plan with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty
Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave
Paid Military Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Regular Full-Time We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Our time off benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. In addition, we offer paid pregnancy and parental leave, and supplemental paid military leave to eligible employees.
Temporary or Part-Time In geographic areas with statutory paid sick leave, part-time and temporary employees will receive a paid sick leave benefit that meets the mandated requirements.