Job Opening: Painter Lead

Manufacturing Company is looking for a Painter Lead in Chatsworth.

Pay Range:$25-$27.00 per hour.

Temp to Hire (Full Time) 

Hours: 7am – 3:30pm 

Painter Lead is responsible for leading painting operations and applying high-quality paint finishes to a wide range of parts and assemblies. This role requires hands-on expertise in paint preparation, application, and curing processes, as well as oversight of workflow, safety, and quality standards.

Key Performance Deliverables

• Prepare and clean surfaces by sanding, wiping, and applying appropriate solvent treatments.

• Mask and protect surfaces as required for painting.

• Load and off-load parts onto and from paint racks safely.

• Mix and prepare primers and paints per manufacturers’ specifications, including gloss, semi-gloss, and flat finishes.

• Verify proper surface treatment and preparation prior to painting.

• Apply primer and paint by spray equipment on parts of varying sizes, shapes, and contours.

• Operate curing ovens; monitor temperature and cycle times to ensure proper curing.

• Perform visual inspections on painted parts to ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Clean and maintain paint booth equipment, including spray guns, filters, and related apparatus.

• Lead by example, driving continuous improvement in production processes and quality control.

• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, safety regulations, and quality system requirements.

• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

• Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring efficient workflow and task completion.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of experience in a paint shop environment, preferably within the aerospace or automotive industry.

• Strong attention to detail and a high standard for quality.

• Demonstrated ability to mix and prepare a variety of paint and primer formulations.

• Basic understanding of blueprints, engineering drawings, and work order documentation.

• Ability to pass a respiratory fit test and pulmonary function test, if required.

• Capable of lifting up to 40 lbs.

• Leadership ability to support, guide, and train team members while ensuring production goals are met.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with powder coating processes and equipment.

• Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety regulations related to paint shop operations.

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.

• Previous supervisory or lead experience in a production environment.

• Proficiency in using inspection tools and equipment to verify coating thickness and quality.