Liquid Coatings Shop Supervisor

Location: Chesapeake, VA |
Schedule: Full-time, on-site |
Compensation: $60,000 – $70,000 per year

An established industrial marine and defense coating facility is seeking a hands-on Liquid Coatings Shop Supervisor to lead daily operations. This role is critical to maintaining production output, quality, and safety standards across the coating shop.

• Oversee painters, maskers, and helpers to meet daily production goals
• Set up and operate conventional, HVLP, and airless spray systems
• Ensure compliance with coating specifications, MIL-spec data sheets, and quality standards
• Monitor environmental conditions and track coating material inventory
• Coordinate with QA/QC Inspectors and enforce shop safety standards

• 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
• 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

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

• $60,000 – $70,000 per year
• Health insurance and 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and training/certification reimbursement

This position offers the opportunity to lead a skilled coatings team in a facility that supports marine and defense production, with compensation of $60,000 – $70,000 per year plus benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and certification reimbursement.