Francisco Casillas
Bakersfield
Summary
Results-driven Paint Shop Lead and Coatings Technician with experience in powder coating, metal finishing, chemical processing, sandblasting, and industrial painting. Strong leadership, safety compliance, inventory management, and team development skills. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Paint Shop Lead / Coatings Technician
Cognito Motorsports
02.2025 - 11.2025
- Led powder coating operations and maintained high finish standards.
- Performed sanding, masking, prep work, and final coating applications.
- Managed inventory, monitored supplies, and coordinated material needs.
- Operated sandblasting equipment to ensure proper adhesion and surface readiness.
- Oversaw workflow efficiency and enforced safety requirements.
Paint Technician / Chemical Processor
Aerospace Technical Metal Finishing
Valencia, CA
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Applied multiple coats of paint for complete coverage without runs or drips.
- Evaluated current practices against industry standards to improve performance.
- Provided feedback on team member safety, quality, and productivity goals.
- Adjusted process parameters to ensure optimal product quality and yield.
- Operated chemical processing equipment according to specifications.
Paint Shop Lead
RK Mechanical
Henderson, CO
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching.
- Operated airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment.
- Developed and implemented workplace safety policies and procedures.
- Conducted safety meetings and training sessions.
- Investigated workplace incidents and implemented corrective actions.
Paint Shop Lead
Zimmerman Metals
Denver, CO
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Inspected surfaces to ensure quality standards before painting.
- Performed final inspections on completed products.
- Monitored stock levels and ordered required painting supplies.
Education
G.E.D. -
Ridgeview Academy
Watkins, COSkills
- Leadership
- Powder Coating
- Industrial Painting
- Airless Spray Painting
- HVLP Spray Systems
- Chemical Processing
- Sandblasting
- Forklift Operation
- Inventory Management
- Safety Compliance
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Team Training
- Time Management
- Communication
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Timeline
Paint Shop Lead / Coatings Technician
Cognito Motorsports
02.2025 - 11.2025
Paint Technician / Chemical Processor
Aerospace Technical Metal Finishing
01.2024 - 01.2025
Paint Shop Lead
RK Mechanical
04.2023 - 01.2024
Paint Shop Lead
Zimmerman Metals
02.2022 - 01.2023
G.E.D. -
Ridgeview Academy