LSV IAM Painter III (A2 Weeknight Shift)

BAE Systems • Louisville, KY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs a wide variety of painting and coating processes, including preparing parts for paint or insulation, and preparing parts for inspection. Works from drawings, sketches, or routings to determine processes/procedures to be used. Maintain painter log sheets as required for manufacturing and environmental purposes and maintain all equipment.

Requirements

• Must possess the knowledge, skill and ability to apply painting principles and practices; locate, identify and correct problems such as; “fisheye”, poor adhesion or rough coatings.
• Must have the knowledge and skill to set, use and read measuring instruments such as viscosity testers and thickness gages.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches.
• Must possess the knowledge and ability to interpret various specifications and standards to determine color, coating thickness, applicable mixing instructions and any other factors that affect the finished product.
• Must possess the ability to use tools and equipment that are needed to perform painting and insulating operations in an industrial setting.
• Must have the ability, confidence and self motivation to apply talents independently and with good judgment.
• Assist other painters as needed.
• Assist others in obtaining solutions to quality and production issues.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain a confidential security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Must be capable of performing a wide variety of painting and coating processes which include but are not limited to: enamels, polyurethanes, epoxies, dry film lubricants, powder coatings and insulation.
• Must be capable of applying Ultra High Solid Epoxy paint with high pressure airless equipment.
• Prepares parts for painting, and prepares the proper mixture of materials to be used. Prepares and applies coating materials, such as primers and top coats, per manufacturer requirements. Also prepares parts for inspection.
• Applies coatings using industry standardized equipment or, on occasion, specialized equipment for certain processes.
• Works from drawings, sketches, or routings to determine processes/procedures to be used, Maintain painter log sheets as required for manufacturing and environmental purposes and maintain all equipment.
• Works under the supervision of a Team Leader who gives minimal instructions. Team Leader is available for consultation.
• Generally validates interim operations for quality purposes
• Employee is responsible for maintaining/improving housekeeping standard in his/her work area and adhering to established safety rules and practices.
• Must understand shop floor computerized time and attendance system and independently execute assigned responsibilities. Examples of those responsibilities are: clocking in and out upon arrival and departure from work, close shop order sequences when work is complete, etc.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• health savings accounts
• a 401(k) savings plan
• disability coverage
• life and accident insurance
• employee assistance program
• legal plan
• discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• military leave
• bereavement leave
• any applicable federal and state sick leave
• company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

What This Job Offers

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