Manufacturing Operations Analyst- Paint Operations Workplace Coach

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking an Manufacturing Operations Analyst
- Experienced Paint Operations Workplace Coach within Air Dominance in Berkeley, MO
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As a member of this team, you will continuously develop and manage the structure to enable the pace and performance of the Skill Enhancement team. You will maintain positive relationships with multi-function team leaders and drive a deep understanding of the One Boeing Production System principles and standards, production health, and problem solving.

• Act as the on-floor paint SME providing just-in-time coaching and hands‑on demonstrations to improve workmanship and first‑time quality.
• Support rapid upskilling for off product or surge needs and validate competence during onboarding and transfers.
• Observe and validate surface preparation, masking, pretreatment, primer/coating application, cure, and final inspection; provide immediate corrective coaching.
• Coach technicians on use and calibration of paint test equipment (DFT meters, gloss meters, adhesion tests) and environmental controls (temp/humidity/ventilation).
• Mentor on contamination control, defect root cause identification (fisheyes, runs, orange peel, adhesion issues), and practical corrective actions.

• 5+ years of do you have painting aircraft or aircraft parts
• 5+ years of experience prepping, cleaning, and painting various surfaces in industrial, commercial, or academic settings
• 5+ years of experience with paints/coatings
• 5+ years of experience with paint and thin film coatings and associated application methods in at least 3 of the following: spray, brush, wipe‑on/off, flow coating, spin coating, and/or vacuum deposition
• 5+ years of experience applying paints/coatings to parts, assemblies, and/or test coupon surfaces
• 5+ years of experience handling chemicals and/or hazardous materials
• Experience coaching in a manufacturing environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop, mentor, and coach less experienced staff
• Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)
• Experience interfacing with senior and executive leadership

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

This position requires travel up to 15% of the time between the Berkeley, MO and Mascoutah, IL locations.

• This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

• This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $90,050 – $123,050 USD

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 30, 2026