Coatings Team Leader

Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme

Hours:  Monday to Friday, Permanent

Salary: £28,500 to £30,000 per annum

The role:
Our client is seeking a capable and hands-on Coatings Team Leader to oversee operations within their paint facility. Reporting to the Coatings Manager, you will take responsibility for the smooth running of two paint lines, ensuring targets are met while maintaining high standards of finish and efficiency. This position involves leading and supporting a team of operatives, driving performance on the shop floor, and ensuring processes are carried out safely and consistently.

Main Duties:

• Lead the paint line team on a daily basis, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to standard

• Provide training, coaching, and ongoing support to new and existing operatives
• Work closely with the Coatings Manager, offering support and covering during absences
• Monitor team performance and address or escalate any personnel concerns
• Operate forklifts and other production machinery as required
• Carry out routine equipment checks to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Assist with maintenance, repair, and installation activities in line with operational needs
• Establish and maintain effective processes across paint line and printing operations
• Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed, promoting a safe working environment
• Oversee cleaning activities to maintain hazard-free and compliant work areas
• Report faults, defects, or equipment issues to site management promptly
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met and deadlines achieved
• Provide support to wider site operations and assist with additional tasks as required

About you:

• Experience within a paint, coatings, or similar industrial environment is advantageous

• Demonstrated background in a production or manufacturing setting is essential

• Confident communicator with the ability to share information clearly and effectively
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Sound understanding of basic health and safety principles in the workplace

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (£28,500–£30,000 per annum)
• Training Oportunities
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, including a Christmas shutdown period

Interested? Call Esme on 01782 712230 or email esmes@kpir.co.uk

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