Powder Coater Team Leader

About the Role
We are recruiting a Powder Coater Team Leader on behalf of our client, a well-established sheet metal company based in Buntingford. This is a temp to perm, full-time role offering consistent weekday hours and the opportunity to take on a key leadership position within the finishing department.

This is a hands-on role where you will lead by example while supporting the day-to-day running of the powder coating line. It would suit candidates with experience in powder coating or industrial paint processes who are already in, or looking to step into, a Team Leader or Supervisor role.

This role may also suit candidates searching for positions such as Paint Line Leader, Finishing Supervisor, Powder Coating Supervisor, Production Team Leader, or individuals with transferable skills from metal finishing, fabrication, automotive spraying, or general manufacturing environments.

What You’ll Do

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  Lead and support a small team within the powder coating department

  
  


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  Carry out hands-on powder coating to a high standard

  
  


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  Ensure jobs are completed efficiently and within deadlines

  
  


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  Monitor product quality and ensure specifications are met

  
  


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  Train and support team members where required

  
  


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  Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment

  
  


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  Work closely with production to meet daily targets

  
  

What We’re Looking For

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  Experience in powder coating or a strong understanding of powder coating procedures

  
  


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  Previous Team Leader, Supervisor, or senior-level experience within manufacturing

  
  


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  Hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front

  
  


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  Good attention to detail and quality standards

  
  


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  Reliable and proactive attitude

  
  


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  Ability to commute to Buntingford

  
  

Who Might Suit This Role

This position would suit someone with experience as a Powder Coater, Paint Sprayer, Finishing Operative, or Production Supervisor looking to take the next step or continue in a leadership role. Candidates from sheet metal, fabrication, automotive, or industrial manufacturing backgrounds with coating or finishing experience would transition well into this role.

Why Join

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  Competitive pay with shift allowance and overtime opportunities

  
  


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  Monday to Friday working pattern

  
  


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  Training provided before moving onto afternoon shift

  
  


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  Opportunity to step into a leadership role within a stable company

  
  


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  Supportive team environment with long-term prospects

  
  

If you are an experienced powder coater with leadership skills and enjoy a hands-on role, this could be a great opportunity to progress your career.