On-Site Mojave: Aerospace Maintenance Lead – Safety & Training

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

Job summary

PPG Aerospace is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join on-site in Mojave, CA. You will directly oversee the maintenance technician team, provide training, secure parts/tools, and coordinate leads and technicians to maintain site equipment and develop skills.

You will report to the Site Maintenance Manager and drive safety, cost control, and continuous improvement through field leadership, scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of lead technician experience.
• Experience in manufacturing environments (aerospace, automotive, chemical, medical devices, pharmaceutical).
• Technical knowledge: facilities infrastructure (HVAC, power, air, water, sewer), ovens/autoclaves, conveyors, and clean rooms.
• Knowledge of PLC controls and robots applications and maintenance.
• Knowledge of SCADA and MES systems.
• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and asylees or refugees may apply.

Responsibilities

• Drive EH&S accountability and safety culture across Mojave organization.
• Support management goals to reduce OSHA cases, control costs, and report spills.
• Oversee maintenance activities; spend time in the field with technicians and validate WOs/PMs.
• Facilitate communication between maintenance, plant personnel and management.
• Manage maintenance support: supplies, daily shift reports, scheduling, and projects.
• Lead safety/operational meetings and train Step-up Supervisors.
• Ensure Kronos timekeeping and support HR disciplinary policies.

Skills

Lead technician experience

Manufacturing experience

PLC controls

Robots

SCADA

MES systems

EH&S leadership

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Kronos

Job description

PPG Aerospace is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join on-site in Mojave, CA. You will directly oversee the maintenance technician team, provide training, secure parts/tools, and coordinate leads and technicians to maintain site equipment and develop skills.

You will report to the Site Maintenance Manager and drive safety, cost control, and continuous improvement through field leadership, scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration.