Equipment Operator

ITT Inc. - English US • Valencia, CA

11d • $16 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Product Molder & Painter performs preparation work prior to painting, such as repairing surface defects sanding and cleaning. Then The Equipment Operator paints parts to completion.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 1-2 years of recent experience in a paint preparation, painting, sanding and scuffing in the aerospace, automotive field, or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of commonly used safety concepts, practices, and procedures within field
• Ability to read English such as specifications and instructions - such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Good Attention to details
• Must be able to read, write and understand English and follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Medically cleared to wear a respirator.
• Must be fit tested for a respirator.
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee or Refugee).

Responsibilities

• Applies masking tape or other material over parts and areas that are not to be coated.
• Mix paints and catalyst prior to applying, pouring coating liquid into pressure pot and connects gun to air hose.
• Regulates the width and pressure of spray according to knowledge of painting technique and compliance spraying the work surface to apply prime or finish coat.
• Cleans spraying equipment with solvent using proper personal protection and maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Required to operate oven to cure and dry, as well as perform paint touch up.
• Cleans grease and dirt from product using various products depending on the situation.
• Fills, grinds, and sans repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Fills depressions with body filler and may file dings to remove burrs and rough spots to attain smooth surface.
• May prime or paint surfaces after performing body repair.
• Visually examines and feels surface of work piece to achieve required results.
• Performs other work as assigned.

Benefits

• medical and dental coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• life insurance protection
• sickness and accident income protection
• a generous vacation and holiday program
• tuition reimbursement program
• a program that allows you to use tax-free dollars to pay for many health care and dependent care expenses.
• health insurance
• 401(k)
• short and long-term disability
• paid time off
• growth and developmental opportunities
• other incentive compensation programs

What This Job Offers

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