RBM Paint Supervisor

Overview

ROSENBAUER STATEMENT

At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line fire apparatus, created with state-of-the-art technology for more than 150 years because when lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the world’s largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe.

The Paint Department Supervisor will manage the workflow, output, and schedule of the department. They will continuously improve production processes and team members’ development. The Paint Department Supervisor will take initiative to resolve issues quickly and escalate complex problems as appropriate while providing project and line status updates to management and the paint department team.

All employees are required to support Rosenbauer’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of Rosenbauer.

• Manages the workflow, output, and schedule of the department based on the production schedule.
• Manages communication through department meetings, updating the department information board, updating status of production schedule, and direct interaction with leads and employees.
• Continuously improves production processes by measuring KPIs (key performance indicators), determining gaps and areas for improvement, and working cross-functionally (including Manufacturing Engineering) to develop and execute action plans (including 5S).
• Promotes a culture of open communication and trust through employee engagement.
• Drives a culture of quality by designing and implementing effective control gates and checkpoints throughout the paint line process, ensuring products consistently meet or exceed quality standards.
• Guides employee development by providing actionable feedback, targeted coaching, and support for training initiatives.
• Promotes a culture of safety and transparency by consistently demonstrating a commitment to company policies, actively listening to team concerns, and ensuring open lines of communication.
• Defines and maintains all shop equipment and supplies pertaining to the paint department.
• Works closely with paint supplier and manufacturing engineering to develop, implement, and train processes, procedures, and work instructions.
• Stays current with industry quality standards, innovations, and best practices, incorporating into department where applicable.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by the supervisor to meet the needs of the department.

Hand tools, power tools, grinders, cut off wheels, and tape measure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s): The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Knowledge, Education, And/or Experience

• High school diploma/GED required.
• An Associate degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering Technology, Quality Assurance, or any other manufacturing-related program is preferred.
• 3+ years of leadership experience in a body/paint environment, with a proven track record of managing technical projects and mentoring staff to achieve high-quality results required.
• 1+ years of leadership experience in a body/paint environment, with a proven track record of managing technical projects and mentoring staff to achieve high-quality results preferred.
• 6+ years of experience working in a body/paint environment required.
• 8+ years of experience working in a body/paint environment preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude and quality mindset required.

Skills

• Language:
  Able to effectively communicate with tact and diplomacy at all times to develop relationships with internal and external contacts to provide excellent customer service and conflict management.
• Able to follow written and verbal directions and communicate new…