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Powder Coating Supervisor (Qualicoat Accredited Facility)
Job Posted: 6 days ago
Salary: £ 32,000 - 38,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Kidderminster
Expire in: 22 days
Job Description
Join a Dynamic and Growing Manufacturing Business
Trueline Products is an independent, family-owned UK manufacturer with over 30 years of experience delivering bespoke architectural solutions.
As market leaders in design, manufacture, and supply, we pride ourselves on innovation, quick decision-making, and a forward-thinking approach within the construction and manufacturing sectors.
Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit a Product Design Engineer to join our expanding team.
We are open to candidates with varying levels of experience, from junior through to more experienced engineers, making this a great opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and fast-paced environment.
Job Summary
The Powder Coating Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily powder coating operations within a Qualicoat-accredited facility, ensuring full compliance with Qualicoat standards. The role ensures consistent product quality, process control, team leadership, safety compliance, and continuous improvement of coating operations
Key Responsibilities:
1. Quality & Compliance
Ensure all powder coating processes comply with Qualicoat Specifications and accreditation requirements.
Maintain documentation and traceability as required by Qualicoat.
Oversee in-house laboratory testing (adhesion, gloss, thickness, impact, curing checks).
Coordinate internal audits and external Qualicoat inspections.
Manage non-conformance reports and corrective actions.
2. Production Management
Supervise daily powder coating line operations (pretreatment, drying, coating, curing, inspection).
Monitor line speeds, oven temperatures, and curing cycles.
Ensure correct powder storage and batch control.
Optimize workflow to meet production targets and delivery deadlines.
Reduce rework, rejects, and waste.
3. Technical Oversight
Ensure correct pretreatment processes (e.g., chromate-free systems, cleaning, etching).
Verify coating thickness meets specification requirements.
Troubleshoot coating defects (orange peel, poor adhesion, pinholes, contamination).
Liaise with powder suppliers and technical representatives when required.
4. Team Leadership
Supervise and train powder coating operators and quality technicians.
Conduct performance evaluations and skills development.
Schedule & prioritise work to the most effective ways.
Enforce health and safety procedures.
Promote a culture of quality and accountability.
5. Equipment & Maintenance
Ensure spray booths, recovery systems, ovens, and pretreatment systems are maintained.
Coordinate preventive maintenance schedules.
Report and escalate equipment issues promptly.
6. Health, Safety & Environment
Ensure compliance with local environmental and occupational health regulations.
Monitor chemical handling and waste disposal procedures.
Maintain clean and organised work areas (5S standards).
Required Qualifications
Diploma or technical certification in Manufacturing, Surface Finishing, or related field.
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in powder coating operations.
At least 2 years in a supervisory role (preferred).
Strong knowledge of Qualicoat standards and audit requirements.
Understanding of aluminium architectural coating requirements.
Experience with quality testing equipment (coating thickness gauges, curing ovens, adhesion testers).
Key Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and team management
Quality-focused mindset
Technical troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
Excellent documentation and reporting skills
Attention to detail
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