Liquid Coatings Shop Supervisor King Recruiting Services

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.