Joseph Molleda
Spring Branch,TX
Summary
Dynamic aviation painting professional with extensive experience as Owner of Molleda Painting Inc. and Paint Department Supervisor at Hawker Beechcraft Services. Proven track record in client engagement and optimizing workflows, achieving significant reductions in rework. Skilled in effective communication and proficient in advanced painting techniques, ensuring high-quality finishes and customer satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Molleda Painting Inc.
San Antonio, TX
01.2013 - Current
- Oversaw daily corporate aviation painting operations, ensuring project completion within timelines and quality standards.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning to optimize profitability of aviation painting contracts.
- Developed and implemented efficient workflows, improving productivity across multiple projects.
- Mentored team members on best practices in aviation painting techniques and customer service excellence.
Paint Department Supervisor
Hawker Beechcraft Services
San Antonio, TX
06.2009 - 01.2013
- Supervised daily operations of paint department, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality control measures.
- Estimated man hours on complete strip and repaint of corporate aircraft. Operational logistics in the paint department. Prioritizing tasks such as masking, stripping, washing, metal treatment, priming, painting, layout, detailing, selling all processes to QA department, assuring that the aircraft was returned to service and delivering aircraft to customer.
- Trained and mentored team members on painting techniques and equipment usage to enhance productivity.
- Analyzed existing workflows and implemented strategic improvements to decrease rework, reduce paint waste, and enhance material utilization.
- Coordinated with other service center facilities and teams to align painting schedules with overall service timelines.
Color Matcher
Gore Design Completions Ltd.
San Antonio, TX
05.2007 - 04.2009
- Assisted with aviation interior component painting, composite and fiberglass repairs, interior clear and veneer color match blending.
- Performed detailed color analysis and replication to achieve harmonious integration with leather, wood grain veneer and complementary color schemes.
- Other tasks included; buffing out clear coat, paint and clear blending and body working interior components.
Aircraft Painter
Boeing Aerospace
San Antonio, TX
03.1999 - 07.2004
- Performed meticulous application of protective coatings and finishes on military wide body aircraft surfaces, adhering to stringent company and industry specifications.
- Operated spray painting equipment, maintaining optimal performance for consistent application quality.
- Performed comprehensive surface preparation tasks, such as masking, sanding, washing, and treating metal, to enhance paint durability and finish quality.
- Achieved significant time savings on man hours and materials through effective collaboration with management and employee involvement teams. Enhanced paint hangars scheduling to accommodate a higher volume of aircraft each year.
Education
GED -
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX06-1992
Skills
- Effective management abilities
- Owner of mobile aviation painting service
- Aviation painting specialist
Timeline
Owner
Molleda Painting Inc.
01.2013 - Current
Paint Department Supervisor
Hawker Beechcraft Services
06.2009 - 01.2013
Color Matcher
Gore Design Completions Ltd.
05.2007 - 04.2009
Aircraft Painter
Boeing Aerospace
03.1999 - 07.2004
GED -
San Antonio College