Junior Painter

Aether Aerospace•Hollywood, MD

19d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Aether Aerospace is seeking a Junior Painter to support daily paint shop operations in the Hollywood, Maryland area. The role assists with preparing metal and fabricated components for painting, coating, and finishing, working closely with experienced painters and production personnel. Responsibilities include surface preparation, masking, material handling, assisting with paint shop operations, and helping ensure components are prepared and finished according to work instructions and manufacturing procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of relevant experience.
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, using assistance or lifting equipment when appropriate.
Ability to operate basic hand tools, sanding equipment, and other shop equipment after training.
Comfort working in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and coating materials, with appropriate safety controls.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection when assigned and medically cleared, fit-tested, and trained as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with sanding, masking, grinding, or surface preparation.
Familiarity with industrial paint, powder coating, or metal finishing processes.
Ability to read basic drawings and manufacturing work instructions.
Experience working in a production or fabrication environment.
Knowledge of basic workplace safety practices and proper PPE usage.

Responsibilities

Prepare metal and fabricated components for painting and coating operations.
Sand, grind, clean, and otherwise prepare surfaces as directed.
Remove dirt, grease, oils, and other contaminants from surfaces before painting.
Mask and protect surfaces, threads, hardware, and other features that do not require coating.
Assist in preparing parts for primer, paint, and powder coating applications.
Remove masking materials and assist with post-paint cleanup and finishing.
Inspect prepared surfaces for cleanliness and visible imperfections before painting.
Assist painters with staging, hanging, positioning, and handling components.
Safely transport parts and materials between production areas.
Prepare tools, equipment, and work areas for daily painting operations.
Help maintain paint booths, preparation areas, racks, and related equipment.
Support setup and breakdown of painting operations.
Perform basic visual inspections and identify defects or areas requiring rework.
Follow work instructions, drawings, and established manufacturing procedures.
Assist with packaging and protecting finished components to prevent damage.