Painter

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Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

The Painter at Textron Systems will be responsible for surface preparation, applying protective and/or decorative prime, finish paint coatings, and spall liners with a high focus on quality. The Senior Painter will work independently on complex paint jobs and surface preparation and assist junior painters with guidance.

• Ability to determine areas of parts, assemblies, equipment and/or products to be painted, type and color of paint or other material to apply in accordance with prints, sketches, written/verbal instructions, procedures, and military/commercial specifications
• Able to set up, adjust and operate paint spraying equipment and drying ovens maintaining thickness of coating in conformance with specifications
• Perform spray booth painting on a large variety of assemblies typically in small batch lots.
• Perform spall liner installation to include adhesive mixing and preparation
• In addition to mixing and applying various types of primers and paints the candidate will also be responsible for cleaning and maintaining all paint equipment, spray booth, air systems, and rail systems
• Interact with internal customers and external vendors regarding processes and products.
• Expected to practice FOD control (clean as you go)
• Ability to follow OSHA and Textron Systems' safety rules and regulations regarding protective personal equipment and performance of work tasks
• Other duties as directed by Management to support Textron Systems' overall goals and objectives

Essential physical requirements include:

• Ability to pass a painters physical/respirator test
• Ability to stoop, bend and kneel, squat, kneel and pulling
• Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping
• Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 50lbs)
  Standing, sitting and walking
• Performing repetitive motions
• Visual acuity for color matching

• Paint, fumes and particles
• Dirt / Dust
• Chemicals / Toxins
• Varying heat / cold / humidity
• Intermittent noise

• Strong communication skills for interacting with internal customers and external vendors.
• Paints, adhesives, and surface preparation materials and characteristics.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, and drawings/specifications.
• Shop math including ability to perform weight/volume ratios.
• Ability to use basic linear measuring tools.
• Ability to operate paint equipment such as Pressure Pot and HVLP spray guns.
• Ability to prioritize and independently complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to be operate a computer for recording jobs and timecard inputs
• The ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance is required.
• Education and Experience:
  • Three years’ experience with commercial/industrial paint/coating environment
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Blast booth experience a plus

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace.

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US-Louisiana-Slidell
• Job Field:
  Manufacturing
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Job Level: Individual Contributor
• Job Type: Experienced
• Shift: First Shift
• Senior level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Defense and Space Manufacturing
• Recruiting Company:
  Textron Systems