Paint Team Lead 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Paint Team Lead – 2nd Shift

Job Description

The Paint Team Lead oversees a team of 5 or more painters on the 2nd shift, ensuring high-quality preparation, painting, foaming, and finishing of HVAC systems and components. This role combines hands-on industrial painting expertise with leadership responsibilities, including coaching, training, and coordinating work in a clean, air-conditioned, and highly organized manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, supervise, coach, and train a team of 5+ painters on the 2nd shift.
• Oversee the preparation, painting, foaming, and finishing of HVAC systems and components to ensure high-quality results.
• Design and develop painting systems and procedures for HVAC projects, selecting appropriate coatings for different materials and environments.
• Coach and mentor Painter 1 and Painter 2 team members, providing guidance, training, and support to develop their skills.
• Inspect HVAC components and systems to determine the best approach for painting, including surface preparation, coating selection, and application techniques.
• Manage and coordinate painting schedules to ensure timely completion of projects and effective use of resources.
• Perform complex painting tasks, including intricate detailing, high-durability coatings, and protective finishes.
• Conduct quality control inspections to ensure finished surfaces meet aesthetic, functional, and durability requirements.
• Ensure all painting work complies with company quality standards, environmental regulations, and safety protocols.
• Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot painting equipment and spray systems, performing preventive maintenance as needed to keep equipment operational.
• Set up spray guns, mix paint correctly, and clean paint systems in an industrial automotive, truck, or boat spray setting.
• Follow instructions and collaborate with more experienced painters when necessary to achieve optimal results.
• Apply lean manufacturing guidelines and provide continuous improvement suggestions to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Stay current with new painting technologies, materials, and industry best practices, implementing improvements as appropriate.
• Wear and properly use required personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures in the paint booth and shop.
• Work consistently on the 2nd shift schedule (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday) and support voluntary overtime as needed.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of lead or management experience in a paint shop, body shop, or similar industrial painting environment.
• Strong understanding of paint systems, including setting up spray guns, mixing paint, and cleaning paint systems in an industrial automotive, truck, or boat spray setting.
• Hands-on experience working in a paint shop environment, painting daily while wearing a respirator and maintaining all equipment used.
• Proficiency with industrial painting techniques, including paint preparation, masking, spray gun operation, truck or boat painting, and application of protective coatings.
• Knowledge of painting techniques, coatings, and finishes, with strong attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality, durable results.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications related to painting, coatings, and HVAC components.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for paint application, equipment issues, and process improvements.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, environmental controls, and PPE requirements in industrial painting environments.
• Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish.
• Physical ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb portable ladders as required.
• Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination for precise and consistent paint application.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in automotive, truck, boat, or industrial body shop environments.
• Bg in leading teams as a lead, supervisor, foreman, or manager in a paint or body shop setting.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience conducting quality control inspections and documenting results.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized work area and care for modern paint equipment.
• Interest in staying updated on new paint technologies, materials, and industry best practices.

Why Work Here?

Employees work in better conditions than a typical body shop, with a very clean, air-conditioned, and organized facility and consistent 2nd shift hours. Voluntary overtime is available for those who want it, while maintaining work-life balance for those who do not. The organization is heavily invested in paint equipment and aims to be an industry leader in painting, treating the paint function as a core priority rather than an afterthought. Team members can grow into leadership roles and specialty training as the company continues to expand and significantly increase production volume. Employees benefit from a competitive total rewards package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, an employee assistance program, and paid time off. The environment is dynamic, fast-growing, and entrepreneurial, with internal promotion encouraged and recognized. The facility is modern and state-of-the-art, uses industry 4.0 technology, supports a green industry transformation, and includes electric charging stations. The culture emphasizes inclusivity, diversity friendliness, openness to change, and collaborative teamwork.

Work Environment

This role is based in a modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Mesa, Arizona, featuring industry 4.0 technology and an air-conditioned, clean, and highly organized paint shop. The work is performed primarily in paint booths and shop areas, using industrial spray guns, paint mixing systems, respirators, and other personal protective equipment. The position follows a 2nd shift schedule from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with voluntary overtime opportunities. The physical environment requires the ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb portable ladders. Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination are essential for precise painting tasks. Employees wear appropriate PPE, including respirators, and adhere to strict safety and environmental controls. The facility offers electric charging stations and supports a green industry transformation, providing a modern, technology-driven, and safety-conscious workplace.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.