Production Supervisor; Powder Coating

Production Supervisor – Powder Coating – Technical Glass Products – Snoqualmie, WA

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

• Establish and manage Powder Coat department priorities in support of overall production schedule.
• Directly oversee activities of production personnel including timekeeping, workflow, processing/painting methods and workforce utilization.
• Provide daily job status updates for process work in powder coat and other assigned areas.
• Assist with surface preparation, applying coatings in accordance with manufacturer Technical Data Sheet (TDS) and ensuring proper cure time and temperature are achieved.
• Assist with operating a variety of power and hand tools and equipment, including applicators, sandblasting and pressure washing equipment.
• Ensure the flow of materials, parts, and progress are adequate to meet on‑time requirements.
• Directly supervise employees in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Provide policy enforcement, performance appraisals, and leadership.
• Manage and communicate with employees to reward and discipline as required.
• Partner with local human resources to interview, hire, and train employees.
• Update Managing Daily Improvement (MDI) boards and help troubleshoot Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) in the welding area.
• Initiate corrective actions to resolve NCRs.
• Lead Process Based Management activity and explore other efficiency opportunities.
• Work with the quality team and cross‑functional employees to implement efficiency and capacity improvements.
• Operate all equipment per Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), in a safe manner; create new SOPs as required.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal team members and external customers.
• Support other production areas as backup to other supervisors when needed.
• Fill out department MDI Board and participate in Gemba walks.

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, business, or supply chain preferred.
• Associate’s or 2‑year technical degree preferred.
• 5+ years experience with powder coating, pre‑finishing and wash‑line chemicals, with at least 2 years in formal supervision/team leadership preferred.
• Understanding of general pre‑prep operation, including viewing product for defects before entering the coating booth.
• Strong leadership skills with an ability to manage both personal and team workload and to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify differences in color.
• Demonstrate independent judgement and initiative.
• Strong organizational and project management skills combined with close attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to follow all safety requirements and keep work area clean and orderly.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Driven self‑starter dedicated to continual process improvement.
• Intermediate user in standard computer application software (MS Office – Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Working knowledge of capacity planning and ERP systems.
• Provide high‑quality internal customer service.
• Attention to detail and the ability to read blueprints, production and technical drawings.
• Strong math skills.
• Remains alert in a high‑risk environment.
• Maintains schedule and tasks despite interruptions.

Heavy work is required and there is moderate to loud noise. The employee works in an assembly plant/warehouse environment that can be dusty and may involve welding operations. Overhead work may be required.

Tasks include standing, stooping, walking, twisting, bending, lifting and moving heavy objects up to 70 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Production aids such as tilting assembly tables, overhead cranes and forklifts may be used. Personal protective equipment will be required and provided. The individual must work under pressure, perform under stress, be able to work rapidly for long periods, and perform multiple concurrent tasks.

40+ hours per week will typically be necessary to accomplish performance objectives and to provide…