Aerospace Painter

Danner Corporation•Auburn, WA

1d•$23 - $31

About The Position

The Painter works under minimal supervision and prepares, paints, and finishes aircraft parts and components in accordance with customer specifications, quality standards, and production schedules. The role includes surface preparation, paint mixing and application, inspection, and rework to ensure finished products meet established requirements while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment. The Painter reports directly to the Senior Production Supervisor or Production Manager at the corresponding plant. Duties may be assigned or reassigned, and the description outlines the primary duties, qualifications, and scope of the role without limiting the work performed.

Requirements

Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of painting experience.
At least 2 years of paint preparation experience.
Proficiency using hand tools and spray-painting equipment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Knowledge of surface preparation, painting techniques, and finishing processes for aircraft parts and components.
Ability to use tools and equipment associated with the aerospace painting process.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
Ability to work with materials including resins, carbon fiber, bonding agents, honeycomb fabric, and fiberglass.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work efficiently, meet production deadlines, and consistently maintain established quality standards.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with coworkers and management.
Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation.
Basic understanding of manufacturing safety regulations and willingness to follow safety procedures.
Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods without support; frequently walk, bend, and lean; and occasionally climb, stoop, crouch, kneel, and sit.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Vision abilities including close, color, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Hearing within the normal/average range.
Ability to work overtime, extended shifts, weekends, and occasional six-day workweeks based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in composite materials fabrication.

Responsibilities

Follow applicable build manuals, work instructions, quality procedures, inspection sheets, and drawings.
Measure and mix primers, paints, sealants, and other coatings according to specifications and manufacturer instructions.
Prepare surfaces for painting using cleaning, stripping, sanding, scuffing, and other approved methods.
Perform layout and masking as necessary.
Paint major assemblies and detail parts made of metal, fiberglass, and/or composite materials.
Verify completed work against applicable engineering drawings, customer specifications, and quality requirements.
Visually inspect painted components for defects, including runs, uneven coverage, and contamination.
Perform touch-ups, sanding, and rework as permitted to meet quality standards.
Assemble product, fasteners, and seals using standard tools and fabrication equipment.
Maintain a neat and orderly work area and comply with safety regulations.
Handle, store, and dispose of paints, solvents, and other hazardous materials according to established procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.