Paint Department Team Lead - Aerospace

Company: McCay Tool & Engineering
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description: McCay Tool & Engineering is a St. Louis-based manufacturer, specializing in precision machining. Our mission is to provide quality parts to major aerospace companies, the U.S. Government, and their allies. Since 1950, we have proudly operated in St. Louis and McCay is committed to setting itself apart from the rest of the competition and is strategically positioning itself to be the most relied on supplier. Job Title: Paint Department Team Lead Job Description: We are seeking a working Team Leader for our Paint Department to join our fast-paced aerospace manufacturing team. This position is responsible for overseeing the work that routes to the Paint Department and inspecting all work before submitting it as complete as well as maintaining the paint equipment. Key responsibilities: Coating/part marking surfaces of parts, assemblies and finished products to customer's specifications Visually check own work prior to submitting to inspection Ensure equipment remains cleaned, filers are changed, replace parts as needed Monitor inventory for expired materials Guide the day-to-day operations and activities of people and processes in the assigned area Coordinate daily productions needs with other members of the leadership team Assign tasks and monitor progress Ensure compliance with Company and regulatory guidelines Provides leadership and support to the members of the team Monitor attendance of team members and communicate any issues to Human Resources and Senior Leaders Escalate issues to your supervisor as soon as possible Review and approve time off requests for team members Approve weekly timecards Provide daily reports when requested Update KPI's Weekly "Toolbox Talks" Anticipate immediate and future constraints and communicate to leadership Overtime may be required to accommodate priorities and deadlines. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Experience with painting metal components per customer drawings Basic shop math and computer skills 1-3 years leadership experience preferred Physical and Environmental Demands: Manufacturing environment may be exposed to noise levels, dust, grime and heat. Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) Lift parts, tools, and equipment. Must be able to work in standing position up to 10 hours. Must be safety oriented and follow safety policies McCay Tool Engineering, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. Employment decisions will not be made on the basis of a person's national origin, race or immigration status except to the extent necessary to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). ITAR Regulated: Positions at McCay Tool Engineering, Inc. require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These laws limit access rights for non-US Persons or other unauthorized individuals. Therefore, applicants may be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status. Pre-employment background and drug screen required.

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