Liquid Coatings Shop Supervisor

Liquid Coatings Shop Supervisor

Location: Chesapeake, VA

Salary: $60,000 – $70,000 per year

About Us Founded in 1987, we are a Chesapeake, VA-based industrial marine and defense coating facility holding AMPP QP1, QP2, QP3, and QS1 certifications.

The Role We are seeking a hands-on Supervisor to lead daily operations of our liquid coating facility. Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing painters, maskers, and helpers to meet daily production goals.
• Setting up and operating conventional, HVLP, and airless spray systems.
• Ensuring compliance with coating specifications, MIL-spec data sheets, and quality standards.
• Monitoring environmental conditions and tracking coating material inventory.
• Coordinating with QA/QC Inspectors and enforcing shop safety standards.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of liquid coatings experience, with 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proficiency with epoxies, polyurethanes, and MIL-spec coatings.
• Knowledge of masking, surface prep standards (SSPC SP-1 through SP-16), and spray equipment troubleshooting.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check for defense facility access.

Preferred Qualifications

• AMPP Coating Inspector certification (CCI Level 1 or higher).
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience in a defense or shipbuilding supply chain environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an active industrial environment, stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work at heights.
• Must be able to wear full PPE, including respirators and coveralls.

Benefits

• Health insurance and 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and training/certification reimbursement.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.