NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory California Institute of Technology

Paint Department Supervisor

Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of supervisory experience in a large campus or facility.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, MS Project, and Outlook.
  • Ability to adapt designs and procedures effectively.
  • Strong communication skills with a professional demeanor.
  • Valid driver's license required; adherence to Institute's vehicle policy is necessary.
  • Capability to lift 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
  • Teamwork, project management, and problem resolution skills.

Responsibilities

  • Create and enforce safety procedures for the paint shop.
  • Manage daily staff work management and timekeeping using the IWMS.
  • Enhance customer satisfaction through timely communications about maintenance activities.
  • Conduct field inspections and resolve work conflicts effectively.
  • Oversee inspection and maintenance of internal and external paint jobs.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers in project estimates and scheduling.
  • Manage budgets and report on financial performance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement savings plans available.
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation and parental leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement for professional development.
  • Onsite counseling services for non-benefit eligible employees.
Full Job Description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Maintenance and Operations, the Paint Supervisor is responsible for the overall supervision, leadership, direction and coordination of the Paint shop. This person will be highly motivated and a self-starter with excellent communication and organizational skills that will allow them to work directly with Campus Staff, Faculty, and outside vendors.
Essential Job Duties
  • Responsible for creating/following all safety procedures and maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
  • Use the IWMS for daily staff employee work management timekeeping reviews and approvals.
  • Use the Caltech Timekeeping System UKG for daily review of staff timecard activity for payroll.
  • Enhance customer satisfaction by establishing regular communications regarding maintenance and repair activities for affected discipline(s).
  • Perform field inspections to review work progress and resolve work conflicts.
  • Oversee the Inspection and maintenance of all paint jobs, external and internal.
  • Work with Project Managers in estimating, design and layout of projects, scheduling and monitoring of projects and provide necessary materials and information.
  • Works closely with other Departments and Shops in Facilities Management to optimize productivity. Manage Caltech resources for optimum productivity.
  • Manage shop budgets and report financial performance status.
  • Utilize the Caltech Facilities Materials Management processes to support the efficient ordering and deployment of materials.
  • Respond to trouble calls, emergency conditions and analyze routine work requests for timely execution and completion.
  • Maintain technical proficiency with new equipment technologies, regulatory requirements, and engineering advances in improved operational performance.
  • Evaluates and manage shop personnel for performance, training opportunities, work schedules, vacations, discipline, and merit salary adjustments.
  • Provide written and oral reports effectively.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
  • Five years' supervisory experience in a large campus or facility. Overseeing and taking part in the construction, operation, maintenance, and repair.
  • Ability to modify and/or adapt designs, procedures, or methods to make necessary alterations and modifications.
  • Communicate professionally with the members of the Caltech community in all situations.
  • Software proficiency in MS Word, Excel, MS Project, and Outlook.
  • Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments.
  • Skilled in estimating material and labor requirements to accomplish tasks.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and be able to maintain it throughout the course of employment.
  • Must be able to adhere to the Institute's vehicle policy.
  • Must have effective oral and written communication skills and must use correct punctuation, vocabulary, spelling, and sentence structure.
  • Must be able to follow written instructions.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a daily basis, bend in all directions, climb stairs and ladders, squeeze with arms and hands, operate machinery using hands, and work outdoors in all kinds of weather.
  • Strong teamwork, project management and problem resolution skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience in related field.
  • Proficiency with AiM (Asset Works) and UKG or similar preventive maintenance and timekeeping software would be a plus.
Required Documents
  • Resume.


Hiring Range

$100,400 - $118,200 Per Year

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our benefits and staff perks.

About NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory California Institute of Technology

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is a federally funded research and development center located in Pasadena, California. It is managed by the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) for NASA. JPL is responsible for the design, development, and operation of robotic spacecraft and instruments used for space exploration. The laboratory has been involved in many historic missions, including the Mars rovers, Voyager missions, and the recent Juno mission to Jupiter. JPL has a strong focus on research and development, with a large number of scientists and engineers working on cutting-edge technologies. The laboratory also has partnerships with several universities and research institutions, providing opportunities for collaboration and education.
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