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Chase Thompson

Ridgeville,SC

Summary

Accomplished Aircraft Painter Team Lead at THE BOEING COMPANY, leading high-performance teams. Excelled in improving KPIs, showcasing strong communication and blueprint interpretation skills. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and quality standards across aerospace and military sectors. Meticulous, well-organized and hardworking painting team member well-versed in working with equipment and vehicles. Coordinate surface preparations and coat applications to maximize finish quality. Efficiently organize supplies and work stations to maintain team readiness for any order.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Aircraft Painter Team Lead

THE BOEING COMPANY- Leader In The Aerospace Industry
05.2018 - Current
  • Performs painting of aircraft sections per customer's design and unique livery requirements.
  • Verifies aircraft is ready for exterior finish.
  • Makes necessary patterns, performs layout and applies prescribed primers, paints and finishes to exterior of aircraft.
  • Prepares exterior surface of aircraft for painting.
  • Builds effective resource plans.
  • Identifies and communicates risks to First Line Leader.
  • Updates and communicates BPS metrics.
  • Identifies KPI improvement actions.
  • Assigns daily work.
  • Leads team in daily safety check-in.
  • Monitors and reports daily progress to plan.
  • Works with support organizations and First Line Leader to mitigate performance risk.
  • Documents and communicates shift turnover.
  • Establishes overtime requirements and staffing.
  • Responsible for monitor and control of 5S.
  • Utilizes Rapid Problem Solving (RPS) and coordinates with Line Side Control Center (LSCC) to address issues.
  • Creates standardized work instructions.
  • Support teammates to improve their job performance including identifying training.
  • Responsible for BPS process improvements.
  • Leads Kamishibai audits and Gemba walks.

Painter

TIGHITCO
10.2016 - 05.2018

*Painted parts for different aerospace companies.
*Abraded, cleaned, prepped parts.
*5S
*Followed set specifications.

74D Chemical Operations Specialist

United States Army Reserve
05.2009 - 05.2017
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new Chemical Operations Specialists, resulting in increased proficiency and expertise within the unit.
  • Collaborated with other military units to conduct joint CBRN response exercises for enhanced inter-agency coordination.
  • Served as subject matter expert during joint military training sessions with foreign allies, sharing best practices and strengthening international cooperation.
  • Promoted a culture of safety and preparedness among team members by emphasizing proper handling procedures and storage requirements for hazardous materials.

Patch Worker

Key West Boats
01.2014 - 10.2016

*Operated hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts.
*Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
*Fixed defects in the boats
*Sprayed gel coat
*Buffed
*Sanded
*Cleaned

Education

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC
06.2025

Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Adaptable Work Approach
  • Hand-tool proficiency
  • Corrosion Control Knowledge
  • Decision-making capabilities
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail

Timeline

Aircraft Painter Team Lead

THE BOEING COMPANY- Leader In The Aerospace Industry
05.2018 - Current

Painter

TIGHITCO
10.2016 - 05.2018

Patch Worker

Key West Boats
01.2014 - 10.2016

74D Chemical Operations Specialist

United States Army Reserve
05.2009 - 05.2017

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Midlands Technical College
Chase Thompson