Job Description – Paint Shop Supervisor

A well-established global manufacturer and installer of large-scale industrial doors is seeking a Paint Shop Supervisor to join its team. The company designs and produces products ranging from fire station doors to aircraft hangar doors and large specialist structures used in high-spec environments.

The role is based at a modern 58,000 sq ft manufacturing and office facility in Biggleswade, which includes on-site parking.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30
• Friday: 08:00 – 15:30

Role Overview

We are looking for a Paint Shop Supervisor to oversee paint shop operations. Alongside supervisory responsibilities, you will occasionally take a hands-on role supporting activities such as industrial wet painting and powder coating. You will also ensure the safe use, maintenance, and compliance of air-assisted respiratory equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day paint shop operations
• Support industrial wet painting and powder coating activities when required
• Ensure adherence to health and safety procedures, including respiratory equipment use
• Carry out routine inspections and quality checks
• Maintain high standards of surface preparation and finish quality
• Support team coordination and workflow efficiency

Required Attributes

• Strong understanding of surface preparation and material properties
• Ability to conduct routine inspections and maintain quality standards
• High attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, reliable, and able to work independently or within a team
• Forklift licence advantageous

Salary

• Hourly rate dependent on experience

Benefits

• Discretionary performance-related bonus (or employee share scheme option)
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays
• Overtime available at competitive rates
• Annual salary review

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