• Paint Shop Supervisor

    Aerotek (Hockley, TX)


    Job Title: Paint Shop Manager

    *MUST HAVE COATING EXPERIENCE ON RAILCAR'S, TANK CARS, HOPPER CARS*

    Job Description

    The Paint Shop Manager oversees all operations within the paint department of a railcar repair facility, ensuring that all coating and finishing processes meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role is responsible for managing a team of industrial painters and technicians, maintaining equipment, and coordinating with other departments to meet production schedules and customer specifications.

    Responsibilities

    + Supervise daily operations of the paint booth, including surface preparation, priming, and final coating of railcars.

    + Ensure compliance with AAR (Association of American Railroads) standards, environmental regulations, and internal safety protocols.

    + Schedule and assign work to painters and support staff, ensuring optimal use of labor and materials.

    + Inspect completed work for quality, consistency, and adherence to specifications.

    + Maintain and troubleshoot paint booth equipment, including spray systems, ventilation, and curing systems.

    + Oversee inventory of paints, solvents, PPE, and other supplies; coordinate with procurement as needed.

    + Train and mentor team members on proper painting techniques, safety procedures, and equipment use.

    + Collaborate with quality assurance, maintenance, and production teams to meet delivery timelines and resolve issues.

    + Maintain accurate records of work orders, inspections, and compliance documentation.

    Essential Skills

    + Expertise in painting and industrial painting techniques.

    + Strong supervisory skills.

    + Proficiency with spray guns and paint booth operations.

    + Experience in paint preparation, fabrication, sandblasting, epoxy, coating, and spray painting.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Knowledge of industrial painting standards.

    + Ability to mentor and train team members effectively.

    + Capability to troubleshoot equipment and resolve technical issues.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a dedicated team where your skills are valued and your expertise is recognized. We offer a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic industry.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in a railcar repair facility equipped with advanced paint booth systems. Collaborate with a committed team in a setting that prioritizes safety and quality. Standard working hours apply, and a focus on adherence to safety protocols is paramount.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Hockley, Texas. $85,000

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

     

    Health dental medical vision 401K HSA FSA

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Hockley,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.