Aerospace Maintenance Lead — On‑Site Mojave

PPG Industries, Inc.; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Disability/Leave

Job summary

PPG Aerospace in Mojave, CA is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Supervisor to lead the on-site maintenance technician team. You will coordinate training, parts and tools to develop their mechanical and electrical skills, and oversee technicians and maintenance leads to meet site objectives.

You will drive safety culture, oversee work orders and preventive maintenance, and collaborate with Engineering, HR, and site leadership to ensure productive, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of lead technician experience.
• Experience in manufacturing environments and industries (e.g. automotive, aerospace, chemical, medical devices, pharmaceutical).
• Technical knowledge of facilities infrastructure (HVAC, power distribution, compressed air, water/sewer, utilities).
• Knowledge of PLC controls and robots applications and maintenance required.
• Knowledge of SCADA and MES systems.
• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and certain asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

Responsibilities

• Drive EH&S accountability and safety culture across Mojave by coaching, training, and enforcing safety protocols.
• Support management goals to reduce OSHA cases, control spending, and participate in cost reduction initiatives.
• Oversee maintenance activities, review WOs and PMs, and develop technicians through coaching and training.
• Facilitate cross-department collaboration and address concerns promptly with leadership.
• Manage maintenance operations: ordering supplies, daily shift reports, audits, and scheduling, plus capital projects support.
• Lead safety and operations meetings and train supervisors for continuous improvement.
• Ensure timely administrative tasks including Kronos timekeeping and HR policy coordination.

Skills

Lead technician leadership

Manufacturing environments

Industrial maintenance

PLC controls & robotics

SCADA & MES systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA software

MES systems

Job description

PPG Aerospace in Mojave, CA is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Supervisor to lead the on-site maintenance technician team. You will coordinate training, parts and tools to develop their mechanical and electrical skills, and oversee technicians and maintenance leads to meet site objectives.

You will drive safety culture, oversee work orders and preventive maintenance, and collaborate with Engineering, HR, and site leadership to ensure productive, compliant operations.