Lead Paint Operations & Coatings Quality

Airport Placements; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company based in Glasgow is seeking a Paint Operations Leader to oversee and manage paint processes for high-specification technical components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in paint operations, team leadership skills, and a focus on quality and safety. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £57,000 to £60,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a paint operations environment (industrial, aerospace, automotive, or similar high-spec manufacturing).
• Previous experience leading or supervising a small production team.
• Experience working with Tier 1 OEM customers or within regulated manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and motivate a small paint operations team.
• Plan and prioritise work to meet production schedules and customer delivery requirements.
• Ensure paint processes are executed consistently to specification.

Skills

Strong hands-on painting and surface finishing capability

Good communication and leadership skills

Strong attention to detail

Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies

Education

Formal qualification or certification in coating, surface finishing, or manufacturing supervision

Job description

A leading aerospace company based in Glasgow is seeking a Paint Operations Leader to oversee and manage paint processes for high-specification technical components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in paint operations, team leadership skills, and a focus on quality and safety. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £57,000 to £60,000 annually.