Aircraft Cabinet Finisher

AVTECH Global • Savannah, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH Global) is seeking an Aircraft Cabinet Finisher. This role involves preparing and applying finishes to aircraft furniture according to specifications, designs, and engineering drawings, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, detail, and productivity. The position offers different levels of responsibility, from entry-level learning under supervision to performing complex repairs and mentoring others at a senior level. Responsibilities include using various tools and materials for preparation, finishing, and repair, maintaining material tracking systems, and adhering to safety and housekeeping policies.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED.
• Entry level with experience in woodworking, wood finishing or auto body & painting experience in a technical environment or completion of technical certificate in cabinetmaking.
• Four (4) years of experience in wood finishing processes with advanced knowledge of cabinet finishing processes and products.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program may be required.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Able to work in small, restricted areas.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Able to work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

• Opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and applies finishes to aircraft furniture using aircraft specifications, designs and engineering drawings.
• Learns entry-level technical skills, knowledge, regulatory requirements, and tooling used in the Cabinet Finish shop.
• Develops technical competency and problem-solving abilities.
• Uses standard safety and operating procedures, design/engineering drawings, tools, and materials to prepare and finish furniture.
• Uses the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-off work.
• Complies with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies.
• Uses personal protective equipment and ensures aircraft interior is protected (PTP).
• Assists in the development and implementation of related initiatives.
• Performs high quality repairs to various finished surfaces in the shop and aboard aircraft.
• Cleans and polishes blemishes as needed to prepare the aircraft for delivery.
• Applies finish to furniture using spray equipment and other manual/mechanical methods.
• Uses various types of sandpapers, polishes, adhesives, masking mediums, solvents, finish materials, hand tools, and various power tools to disassemble and finish furniture.
• Works with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six-Sigma and other process improvement techniques.
• Possesses a working knowledge of inspection and process specifications.
• Performs complex high-quality repairs to finished surfaces of aircraft furniture.
• Interprets material specifications to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements.
• Coordinates with Design group to ensure compliance with customer approved design samples.
• Mentors and trains lesser skilled technicians.
• Accepts Lead responsibilities when needed.
• Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians.
• Conducts safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits.
• Assists in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• Develops YI@W (Your Ideas at Work) as opportunities present themselves.
• Assists in monthly 5S audits.
• Assists lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance, assistance, and direction to co-workers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
• Eight (8) paid holidays
• Per diem split (if qualified)
• Three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED