Lead Painter / Paint Shop Supervisor (Aircraft Repair and Maintenance)
Pay: $52000$58000/year
Location: North of Tulsa Area
Shift: Monday Friday 7:00 AM 3:30 PM
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Painter / Paint Shop Supervisor (Aircraft Repair and Maintenance) to manage day-to-day operations in our aircraft repair and maintenance paint shop. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Lead Painter / Paint Shop Supervisor (Aircraft Repair and Maintenance) to lead a team focused on high-quality surface preparation painting and finishing of commercial aviation components while ensuring full compliance with industry regulations.
Required Experience & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification in painting coatings or surface finishing preferred
- 57 years of aerospace painting/coating experience
- 23 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a paint or repair environment
- Strong understanding of MIL-spec coatings corrosion prevention and component compatibility
- Expertise in spray painting electrostatic applications masking and finishing of aircraft and electrical components
- Ability to manage teams handle procurement and inventory and maintain quality assurance
- Familiarity with FAA EASA or other relevant industry standards
- Ability to work in confined spaces lift heavy materials and operate under strict safety protocols
- Certifications such as hazardous materials handling respirator fit testing or thermal spray operations are a plus
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Supervise and train staff on painting priming coating and thermal spray techniques
- Oversee workflow team scheduling and inventory management
- Inspect finishes for adhesion corrosion resistance and color accuracy
- Troubleshoot coating issues and ensure compatibility with various aircraft systems
- Collaborate across departments to integrate painting and coating into ongoing repair projects
- Implement and maintain SOPs hazardous materials handling and environmental controls
- Lead safety initiatives and maintain a high-performance regulatory-compliant environment as a Lead Painter / Paint Shop Supervisor (Aircraft Repair and Maintenance)
Preferred Education
- Associates or Bachelors degree in engineering manufacturing or technical disciplines
- Training or certification in LEAN Six Sigma or process optimization
Company Benefits Upon Direct Hire
- Medical dental vision insurance
- 401(k) with match PTO and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement in MRO and aerospace leadership roles
Job Order #: 121942
Stand-By Personnel Skilled Division
Tulsa Office Location:
4305 S. Mingo Road Suite F Tulsa Oklahoma 74146
If you are interested in this position click the Apply button above to submit your application. If your qualifications align with the requirements of the position a team member will contact you to schedule an interview.