Paint Shop Lead Hand

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Foremost has an opening for a full-time Paint Shop Lead Hand for our Grande Prairie facility located in Hythe, Alberta. This position has the responsibility of the day-to-day operation of the painting facilities.

Scope includes blasting, coating and painting fabricated product, supervision of direct reports, care and condition of facilities and equipment, and cooperation / collaboration with other shifts and departments.

Accountabilities :

Assign work and ensure quality and completion of the assigned tasks

Conform to quality control standards and construction specifications based on drawings, sketches, layout boards, verbal instructions, etc.

Operate and service all equipment associated with painting, insulating and sandblasting (hand-held spray equipment)

Train new hires with Safe Operating Procedures and Practices and ensure their compliance

Instruct apprentices in their trade specific procedures, use and service of equipment associated with painting, insulating and sandblasting

Ensure compliance with all WHMIS and environmental regulations regarding the storage, use and disposal of hazardous chemicals

Apply resins, solvent drying paints, and blasting materials to fabricated products

Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications :

Journeyman Industrial Painter trade certification or equivalent experience

Minimum 5 years in the painting, coating and insulating field

Minimum 2 years supervisory experience

Knowledge of tank, vessel and pipe coating

Excellent communication skills including conflict management

The ability to lead and motivate staff