Composite Painter

Hendrick Motorsports

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Hendrick Technical Solutions, a division of Hendrick Motorsports, is a dynamic and growing force within the defense industry. This role operates within a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, focusing on challenging and impactful projects that directly enhance national security. This unique environment combines the agility and innovation typical of a startup with the stability, proven culture, and established resources of Hendrick Technical Solutions. Reporting to the Production Supervisor you will be responsible for prepping, moving, and spraying of Panels. Prepping parts for spraying bead blasting parts, wiping them down, and hanging them up to spray.

Requirements

• Accountability - accept responsibility and account for his/her own actions.
• Accuracy - perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Oral Communication - ability to collaborate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and managers, all having varying degrees of education and background.
• Written Communication - demonstrate an ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Detail-Oriented - pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Organized - demonstrate being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Repairing - repairing items using needed tools and equipment.
• Initiative - ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Persistence - ability to complete tasks or continue in a course of action despite opposition or discouragement.
• Safety Awareness - ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Must have extensive knowledge of the body shop paint process, as well as knowledge of composites.
• Requires knowledge of sanding, buffing, and blending paints.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Requires vision (near, distance, depth), sense of touch, and ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – respirator and hearing and eye protection.
• U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or U.S. Person Status Required.

Nice To Haves

• GED
• High School Diploma
• Up to 3 years

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading Autoclaves
• Breaking Out / Demolding cured parts
• Trimming / Finishing / Assembly of Composites Parts
• Sand panels to be painted and cover / trim with tape or paper for protection.
• Mix epoxy for covering panels.
• Wash and prep panels for spraying
• Daily cleanup and organization of the paint and body shop.
• Lifting and Moving Panels.
• Prepare Molds and pre-preg patterns for Production
• Preparing Laminated parts for Autoclave or Oven Curing utilizing vacuum bagging techniques
• File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
• Remove damaged sections using saws and/or cutoff wheels, air grinders, and wrenches and install replacement parts using wrenches or welding equipment.
• Apply body paper or separating film to exterior repair areas to avoid damaging surrounding surfaces during repair process and remove after completion.
• While using scissors, stir sticks, and razor blades, the Composites Painter / Technician may be responsible for molding carbon fiber material utilizing the bagging process to mold parts.

Benefits

• Hendrick Motorsports provides a one-of-a-kind working experience where a diverse group of highly talented team members can work together to achieve a common goal. We are committed to embracing innovation with intensity to perform at the highest level expected by our dedicated sponsors and fans worldwide. Hendrick Motorsports continuously seeks skilled and talented individuals who are motivated and passionate about helping us meet our goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees