Aircraft Paint Team Lead - Weekend Shift

West Star Aviation Inc.; East Alton (IL); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

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Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental

401(k) Match

Weekly Pay

Paid Holidays & PTO Accruals

HSA/FSA options

Flexible Work Schedules

Career Advancement

Descripción de la vacante

West Star Aviation is seeking a Team Lead for Paint on the Weekend Shift in East Alton, IL. The role focuses on directing a production crew, mentoring technicians, and ensuring on-time completion of painting tasks in a fast-paced hangar environment.

The position requires at least 3 years of aircraft painting experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to work weekends. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match, and HSA with weekly pay.

Formación

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years’ experience in aircraft painting required.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal.

Responsabilidades

• Manage daily production crew to meet scheduling demands.
• Supervise and mentor paint technicians; provide on‑the‑job training and coaching.
• Coordinate schedules with other departments and ensure materials are available.
• Conduct training to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Prepare and deliver performance evaluations for team members.
• Assist in final inspection of aircraft and maintain clean work area.
• Ensure adherence to FAA guidelines and safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively in English and report to supervisor.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

English communication

Coordination with departments

Training and coaching

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years aircraft painting experience

Herramientas

Air equipment

Polisher

Sander

Electrostatic paint guns

Laser level

Descripción del empleo

West Star Aviation is seeking a Team Lead for Paint on the Weekend Shift in East Alton, IL. The role focuses on directing a production crew, mentoring technicians, and ensuring on-time completion of painting tasks in a fast-paced hangar environment.

The position requires at least 3 years of aircraft painting experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to work weekends. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match, and HSA with weekly pay.