Painter Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Painter Lead

Schedule: M-F 7am-3:30pm OT available. 

Payrate: $25-$27hr

Painter Lead is responsible for leading painting operations and applying high-quality paint finishes to a wide range of parts and assemblies. This role requires hands-on expertise in paint preparation, application, and curing processes, as well as oversight of workflow, safety, and quality standards.

Key Performance Deliverables

•    Prepare and clean surfaces by sanding, wiping, and applying appropriate solvent treatments.
•    Mask and protect surfaces as required for painting.
•    Load and off-load parts onto and from paint racks safely.
•    Mix and prepare primers and paints per manufacturers’ specifications, including gloss, semi-gloss, and flat finishes.
•    Verify proper surface treatment and preparation prior to painting.
•    Apply primer and paint by spray equipment on parts of varying sizes, shapes, and contours.
•    Operate curing ovens; monitor temperature and cycle times to ensure proper curing.
•    Perform visual inspections on painted parts to ensure compliance with quality standards.
•    Clean and maintain paint booth equipment, including spray guns, filters, and related apparatus.
•    Lead by example, driving continuous improvement in production processes and quality control.
•    Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, safety regulations, and quality system requirements.
•    Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
•    Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring efficient workflow and task completion.

Requirements

•    5–10 years of experience in a paint shop environment, preferably within the aerospace or automotive industry.
•    Strong attention to detail and a high standard for quality.
•    Demonstrated ability to mix and prepare a variety of paint and primer formulations.
•    Basic understanding of blueprints, engineering drawings, and work order documentation.
•    Ability to pass a respiratory fit test and pulmonary function test, if required.
•    Capable of lifting up to 40 lbs.
•    Leadership ability to support, guide, and train team members while ensuring production goals are met.

•    Experience with powder coating processes and equipment.
•    Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety regulations related to paint shop operations.
•    Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.
•    Previous supervisory or lead experience in a production environment.
•    Proficiency in using inspection tools and equipment to verify coating thickness and quality.