Team Leader Painting

The Painting Team Leader is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the painting section in the event production workshop for high-quality color matching prepping painting and finishing custom-built scenic elements props displays and structures for events exhibitions and activations in an efficient safe and high-quality manner. This hands-on role involves leading a team of painters acting as the primary link between the production Manager / Designers and the workshop floor to meet client specifications and strict production deadlines.

Key Responsibilities
1. Team Leadership & Supervision
Lead mentor and motivate a high-performing workshop team to meet tight event deadlines.
Allocate daily tasks to team members based on project schedules and skill levels.
Provide training and support to staff ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Run daily short toolbox talks or stand-up meetings to discuss project status safety and goals.

2. Production & Operational efficiency
Coordination: Coordinate with workshop workflow to optimize production reducing waste and downtime.
Technical knowledge: Interpret technical drawings CAD drawings and design briefs to guide fabrication.
Collaboration: Collaborate with project managers to update them on progress potential delays or material issues.
Surface Preparation: Clean sand scrape fill holes/cracks with putty and prime various materials (wood metal foam plastics) to ensure a smooth finish.
Application Techniques: Apply paint enamel varnish and lacquers using spray guns rollers and brushes.
Specialized Finishes: Create custom scenic finishes faux textures and effects as required by scenic designers.
Color Matching: Mix and match colors to meet specific often custom design requirements.

3. Quality Control & Safety
Inspect finished surfaces for imperfections ensuring high-quality durable and aesthetically pleasing results.
Enforce strict health safety and environmental rules including wearing PPEs (respirators goggles) maintaining a 5S-compliant orderly workspace including proper storage/disposal of
chemicals and their use.

4. Material & Resource Management
Manage raw materials inventory and coordinate with purchasing for necessary items.
Clean maintain and troubleshoot painting equipment including spray booths airbrushes and
air-assisted airless sprayers keeping it in good working order.

Qualifications :

Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience: 5 years of experience as a team leader in a professional painting environment preferably in an event fabrication or scenic shop.
Leadership: Proven ability to lead a team with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with various spray equipment power tools and sanders.
Attention to Detail: Exceptional focus on achieving high-quality detailed finishes.
Software: Basic knowledge of ERP systems or inventory software is a plus along with Microsoft Office/Excel for reporting.
Problem-Solving: Strong hands-on problem-solving ability in high-pressure situations.

Additional Information :

Typical Working Conditions
Environment: Must be able to work in a workshop environment which may include loud noise dust and heat with some on-site installation work.
Hours: May require working evenings weekends and holidays to meet event deadlines.
Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle tight deadlines and to work on site which may include lifting standing for long periods and working in varied conditions.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time