Paint Shop Foreman

About Us
Reliable NZ Limited was established with the purpose of providing our clients with a range of quality services and excellent customer care. We specialize in cosmetic panel and paint, heavy structural collision repairs and rust treatment.
Role Purpose
We are looking for a motivated, reliable and organized Paint Shop Foreman (full time) to join our team to help us take our business to the next level. It is a full hands-on role with a focus on ensuring consistent output of paint and refinish work that meet expectations of quality, timeframe and number of repair jobs produced. Extensive experience in automotive spray painting is essential.
Our ideal applicant must have at least 10 years' experience in automotive spray painting, have been working in a similar role, with proven ability to supervise and lead the team, follow processes, use initiative, work proactively and strive for excellence in all areas of work. You will need to be a team player and highly skilled professional. We require someone with excellent people skills who has up-to-date working knowledge of standard methods, practices and materials used in automotive spray painting and refinish.
The position provides full support to Production Manager and Estimators to ensure efficient, productive and smooth operations, and hands-on assistance to Technicians to achieve their targets.
The right candidate must have aptitude to multi-task, be effective communicator, possess professional etiquette, have attention to detail and sense of urgency. You will be working within a busy and challenging environment, organizing tasks for technicians, controlling workflow, output and quality, while dealing with a wide variety of tasks.
While individual contributions will be recognized, teamwork is essential to achieve the highest level of success. We reward team players who help others succeed and empower the team around them.
We Offer

Commencement Date: As soon as possible OR on Work Visa approval by Immigration NZ
Location: South Auckland
Contract Type: Waged, Full Time, Permanent (minimum of 30 hours/week – maximum 60 hours/week)
Work Hours: Morning Shift 6am – 1pm or Afternoon Shift 1pm – 8pm (Monday to Friday)
Wages Details: $30 - 35 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities
In this role you will be responsible for carrying out on daily basis:

Always follow the Standard Operating Procedures – SOP (if applicable)
Understand expectations of quality, timeframe and quantity
Understand and meet role's performance expectations
Read and understand instructions, measurements and specifications
Provide assistance to Production Manager where necessary
Organize and manage a smooth and continuous workflow to ensure consistent output of quality paint and refinish work within agreed timeframe
Job assignments, scheduling, and prioritization of tasks to ensure timely completion of work
Oversee a team of Technicians working on vehicle priming and spray painting
Lead, train, supervise the team of Technicians
Hands-on assistance to Technicians to perform priming and spray painting in accurate and timely manner according to industry standards and working practises
Monitor and inspect the quality of spray painting work to ensure that it meets industry standards and manufacturer specifications. This includes checking for proper color matching, finish, and overall appearance.
Endeavour to complete all tasks within specified timeframe and report to the Production Manager any delays
Delegate and oversee priming, spray painting and refinishing of vehicles and provide technical expertise and guidance on complex tasks, including masking, priming, paint mixing, spray painting, etc.
Ensure all technicians are productive, efficient and are working to their full potential
Maintain workshop consumables and inventory stock levels (report to Production Manager)
Identify and rectify any waste occurring with consumables
Organise and maintain the Stock Room and Paint Mixing Room tidy and in order
Oversee the inventory and supplies needed for priming, spray painting and refinish, ensuring that materials are available and managing stock levels
Liaise with the Estimators and Production Manager to ensure production schedules are adhered to
Timely report any arising issues, queries and problems to Production Manager
Ensure that corrective actions are taken and monitor to check they are effective
Inspect every vehicle for any panel defects and issues prior to spray painting (if defects cannot be rectified within 1 hr – return the vehicle to Panel Shop)
Check and collect completed Job Cards and issue new Job Cards to technicians
Ensure work is competed according to the instructions on the Job Card
Ensure all additional and extra repairs are reported and recorded (take photos as required)
Carry out quality checks at each critical step of the process and ensure identified defects are corrected immediately
Inspecting each finished work for proper color matching, finish, and overall appearance
Ensure that all repairs meet industry standards and adhere to manufacturer specifications
Immediately report sub-standard job quality to Production Manager
Complete Final Quality Check of each finished work prior to a vehicle being released from the Paint Shop and sign off to confirm the paint meets the required standard
Contribute to the development and continual improvement of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Ensure adequate maintenance of tools, equipment and other materials in the workshop
Follow maintenance schedule and report any required repairs to Production Manager
Assist parts and vehicles pick-ups and deliveries (if and when required)
Ensure vehicles are tidily and neatly parked and organized in designated area
Ensure technicians keep their work area clean and tidy at all times
Arrange and control daily workshop cleaning
Maintain a clean and safe environment for all workers
Continually expand knowledge of the role, relevant products and services
Assist in the training and induction of other employees
Comply with Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times
Contribute to improving and maintaining the Health & Safety System
Ensure technicians wear appropriate PPE
Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations and industry best practices
Report and record all accidents, incidents or near misses. Report hazards or potential hazards
Maintain a good working relationship with colleagues and management
Ensure that you are fully conversant with Company Rules, Code of Ethics and Standard Operating Procedures and that you make yourself aware of any updates
Adhere to company policy, procedures, and standards
Maintain a professional image through a high standard of appearance, behaviour and presentation
Attend team meetings and training sessions during or outside working hours
Follow and carry out all reasonable instructions from Production Manager

Experience and Qualifications

10+ years of continuous experience in the Automotive Body Repairs (Spray Painting)
Relevant Trade Qualification, preferably NZ (or the ability to prove competency and experience)
Previous supervisory, foreman experience is a must
In-depth knowledge of spray painting techniques, surface preparation, paint mixing and application, and curing processes
Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate a team of technicians
Ability to diagnose complex spray paint issues and provide effective solutions
Good communication skills for interacting with staff, customers, and other departments
Keen attention to detail to ensure that all repairs meet high-quality standards
Technically competent
Clean and valid Full Driver Licence
Able to drive vehicles with automatic and manual transmission
Strong work ethics and quality workmanship
Strong commitment to Health and Safety
Good verbal and written command of English
High integrity and professionalism
Strong interpersonal skills
Sound decision making skill
Team Player
Driven, with positive attitude
Honest, reliable and accountable
Able to work independently and make qualified decisions

Remuneration will be according to experience and qualifications.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
If you think you have the skills, experience and attitude we are looking for - apply by email including your CV and Cover Letter.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $28.00 – $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 30 per week
Experience:

Supervisory: 5 years (Required)
Automotive Spray Painting: 10 years (Required)

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