Floor Supervisor

Description

Summary

The Floor Supervisor leads day-to-day operations on the paint manufacturing floor, directing production associates through batching, mixing, tinting, filling, labeling, and packaging to deliver finished product that is safe, on spec, and on schedule. This role is the first line of accountability for safety in an environment that handles pigments, resins, and other hazardous materials. The Floor Supervisor translates the production schedule into shift assignments, enforces quality and environmental requirements, develops the crew, and works closely with Quality Control, Maintenance, Warehouse/Shipping, and the Plant Manager to meet output, quality, and cost targets.

Requirements

Duties & Responsibilities

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Lead a safety-first culture; conduct pre-shift safety huddles and routine floor walks to identify and correct unsafe acts and conditions.
• Enforce OSHA requirements and company safety programs, including Hazard Communication (GHS labeling and Safety Data Sheets), PPE and respiratory protection, lockout/tagout, and powered industrial truck (forklift) safety.
• Oversee spill prevention and response and the proper segregation, labeling, and storage of non-hazardous.
• Investigate incidents and near misses promptly, complete required documentation, and implement corrective actions.

Production Management

• Execute the daily and weekly production schedule; assign crews, equipment, and priorities to meet order due dates.
• Direct and monitor batching operations — raw material weighing and charging, high-speed dispersion, let-down, tinting and adjustment — according to formulas and batch tickets.
• Oversee filling, labeling and packaging lines to ensure correct fill weights, accurate labels and lot codes, and proper palletizing.
• Coordinate batch changeovers and equipment/tank cleanouts to minimize downtime, cross-contamination, and waste.
• Monitor output against targets throughout the shift; identify bottlenecks and adjust staffing or sequencing to recover.
• Complete accurate production records, batch documentation, and shift reports, and communicate a clear handoff to the next shift.

Quality Assurance

• Partner with Quality Control to ensure every batch meets specification (e.g., viscosity, weight per gallon, fineness of grind, color match, gloss) before it is released for filling.
• Enforce adherence to formulas, standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices.
• Identify, segregate, and document non-conforming material; support root-cause investigations and corrective actions for quality issues and customer complaints.
• Maintain lot traceability for raw materials and finished goods.

People Leadership

• Supervise, schedule, and direct production associates; manage attendance, time records, overtime, and time-off requests.
• Train and cross-train employees on equipment, SOPs, quality standards, and safety procedures; maintain a skills matrix for the crew.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and administer corrective action consistently and in partnership with Human Resources.
• Resolve employee concerns fairly and promptly, and escalate issues to the Plant Manager or HR as appropriate.

Equipment, Materials & Inventory

• Ensure equipment (dispersers, mixers, mills, tanks, pumps, fillers, scales, forklifts) is operated correctly and inspected before use; report malfunctions and coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance with the Maintenance team.
• Verify that scales and measuring devices are calibrated and in good working order.
• Monitor raw material, packaging, and work-in-process levels; communicate shortages to Purchasing/Planning in time to avoid production delays.
• Support accurate inventory transactions and cycle counts in the ERP/inventory system.

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

• Track and report key performance indicators such as safety incidents, output, schedule attainment, yield, rework, waste, and labor efficiency.
• Lead or participate in improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Recommend updates to SOPs, work instructions, and training materials.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Safety Leadership – Models and enforces safe work practices; stops unsafe work.
• Technical Knowledge – Knows paint processes and equipment; troubleshoots issues.
• Leadership & Managing People – Motivates, delegates to, and develops the crew.
• Planning & Organizing – Schedules people and equipment to hit production targets.
• Quality & Judgment – Accurate and thorough; makes sound, timely decisions.
• Communication & Professionalism – Communicates clearly and stays composed under pressure.

Education & Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or GED; 3+ years of manufacturing experience, including 1+ year in a lead or supervisory role; working knowledge of OSHA standards and hazardous/flammable material handling; ability to read formulas, batch tickets, and SDS and perform shop math; basic computer/ERP skills; forklift certification (or obtain within 30 days); pass a post-offer background check and drug screen.
• Preferred: Paint, coatings, or chemical manufacturing experience; bilingual English/Spanish.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Stand and walk for the full shift; regularly lift up to 55 lbs; bend, kneel, and climb stairs, ladders, and mixing platforms.
• Wear required PPE, including a respirator when required (subject to medical clearance and fit testing); operate a forklift.
• Distinguish colors and shades for color matching.
• Exposure to solvent vapors, pigment dust, noise, forklift traffic, and plant heat.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Florida Paints provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. 

I have read and understand this job description, and I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.