Coat Painter - 1st shift

Compensation Range: $28 – $35.00 per hour (Depending on experience)

Schedule: 1st shift (Monday-Friday 5am-1:30pm)

ATop Coat Painter  applies the final protective and cosmetic layer of paint toaircraftparts and assemblies, ensuring they meet strict industry standards for durability, corrosion resistance, and appearance. This role involves carefully preparing surfaces, mixing specialized coatings, and applyingtopcoatswith precision to supportaircraftperformance and longevity. By delivering a high‑quality finish that withstands extreme environmental conditions, atopcoatpainter helpsmaintainsafety, reliability, and the professional presentation of aerospace products.

• Inspect details and evaluate the painting work required for the part.
• Effectivelyestablishthe correct paint for the application as flowed down by shop paperwork.
• Mix paints as specified by supplied directions or Technical Data Sheets.
• Prepare and perform minor sanding to detail surface before applying paint.
• Coat aluminum surfaces with the prescribed epoxy, lacquer, resin, or other material before applying the final color coat.
• Able to effectively manage time and complete all delegated work within the specified time.
• Work in a team and coordinate work functions with fellow workers.
• Able to paint effectively on different surfaces and metals.
• Observe safety regulations and wear protective masks and clothing during spray painting operations.
• Change out of booth filter chromate and solventcontaminatedpaint booth filters.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Applied Learning - Ability toparticipatein needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.
• Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ethical - Ability todemonstrateconduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions ortake actions to solvea problem or reach a goal.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Time Management - Ability toutilizethe available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in aircraft painting specific requirements (e.g., certifications, licenses).
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Required tomaintainstrict confidentialityregardingall employee, supplier, customer, and business-related information and documentation.
• Successful completion of background checkand drug test screening

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, orlift upto 25lbs
• Ability to work in varying temperatures
• Ability to work at heights or in confined spaces (if applicable)
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or on call as needed
• Constant exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Constant reaching, grasping and fine manipulation with both hands and arms.
• Constant standing and moving.
• Occasional bending/squatting.
• Occasional repetitive motion.
• Occasional sitting at a workstation using a computer.

• Constant (67-100% of shift)
• Frequent (34-66% of shift)
• Occasional (11-33% of shift)
• Manufacturing/industrial setting with moving machinery and equipment
• Exposure to noise, dust, and chemical odors (monitored and regulated by EHS)
• Temperature fluctuations based on weather and facility conditions
• PPE required (safety glasses, gloves, aprons, boots, respirator, etc.)

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