Aerospance Painter - 2nd Shift

Aerospace Painter - 2nd Shift

Location: Kent, WA

Reports to: Value Stream Manager

Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt (hourly)

Schedule: 2nd Shift;
Training on 1st Shift

Job Title: Process Support 2 Painter

Employees in this position will perform painting on specified parts as designed on the work order and purchase order. Processes all jobs on a First In First Out Basis. Additional support will be in assisting department Paint Assistants with guidance on laying parts out on screens, transport loaded screens in and out of paint booths/ovens, and sand parts. All Department Painter’s may be required to join the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program*.

Painters perform operations in accordance with Military and OEM specifications.

* FAA DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requires an initial pre-employment drug test including a screen for THC, subject to quarterly Drug & BAT testing.

• Plans the production for the shift by analyzing what parts are to be painted and coordinating the flow of parts to maximize quality and productivity. Assigns tasks to lower-level employees in the department.
• Receives parts to be painted from paint assistant or coordinator. Verifies what processes are to be completed.
• Work closely with Paint Assistants and other experienced Painters and Department Leads to complete work and prioritize tasks.
• Follow shop traveler, technique card, customer Purchase Orders, and instructions from experienced Operators and Department Leads.
• Mixes paint to specifications.
• Paints parts with the appropriate thickness as described on the specifications. Verifies paint thickness using an Isoscope.
• Paints by using the best technique to maximize quality and productivity.
• Moves racks or parts between the staging area and oven.
• General review of paperwork to ensure all previous operations were completed. Notify supervisor and Quality Assurance if any errors.
• Prepare parts prior to operations including mechanical or chemical cleaning.
• Prepare parts as called out in Purchase Orders and Tech Cards.
• Perform inspection, measuring, and testing or part surfaces as required.
• Maintain paint guns and paint booths ensuring cleanliness at the close of shifts.
• Perform pre and post cleaning surface finish requirements.
• Follow Quality Assurance requirements.
• Follow safety precautions as trained.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Pre-employment and annual physical exam required; ability to wear a respirator.
• Must have a regular and dependable attendance record.
• Ability to Read/Write Communicate in English with other employees, Customers, and auditors.
• This position requires access to export-controlled information and all applicants must satisfy U.S. export control regulations with authorization to work in the U.S. Non-U.S. persons would require an export license in order to work in our facility.

• 3 to 5 years in aerospace paint or manufacturing environment a plus.

DOL Categories:
Very Heavy for Operators

• Ability to lift occasionally: (floor to knee) 114 lbs., (waist to waist) 63 lbs., (floor, knee, to waist) 75 lbs., (waist to shoulder) 30 lbs.
• Ability to carry 63 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to push/pull 59 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to stand and walk frequently
• Ability to sit occasionally
• Ability to reach from the should and overhead occasionally and from the waist frequently
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, crawl occasionally
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders occasionally
• Ability to push/pull frequently
• Ability to pivot, twist, pinch occasionally
• Ability to grasp frequently
• Ability to see/hear/feel constantly – hearing protection required when working in the area

Full benefits package includes:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) matching, Profit Sharing Plan, 3-weeks paid time off to start, paid community service day, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long-term care plan options, 10 paid holidays, prescription safety glasses benefit, and onsite health services that includes access to a massage…