Senior Aircraft Paint Supervisor | Lead & Quality

GAL AeroStaff Ltd.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Aircraft Paint Supervisor to lead a small paint team in the shop. You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensure safety, quality workmanship, and adherence to production schedules.

The role requires hands-on leadership, mentoring painters, coordinating with maintenance and other departments, and driving continuous improvement in paint processes while meeting project deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of senior-level aircraft paint and layout experience preferred.
• Previous aircraft paint leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong aircraft paint mixing and application experience required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day aircraft paint operations and maintain workflow according to production schedules.
• Lead and oversee painters and technicians, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Support complete aircraft strip and paint projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements and aircraft painting best practices.
• Follow SOPs for aircraft painting processes.
• Coordinate with other departments to support project deadlines and customer requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate paint and supply requirements.
• Conduct quality inspections of completed paint work.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during the painting process.
• Maintain high standards for paint quality and appearance.
• Promote a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Communication

Planning

Teamwork

Safety

Job description

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Aircraft Paint Supervisor to lead a small paint team in the shop. You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensure safety, quality workmanship, and adherence to production schedules.

The role requires hands-on leadership, mentoring painters, coordinating with maintenance and other departments, and driving continuous improvement in paint processes while meeting project deadlines.