Painter/Maint. Painter

Magellan•Winnipeg, MB

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Magellan Aerospace has an exciting opportunity for a Painter at our plant in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This is a unionized, full-time term position, scheduled to conclude on October 1, 2027. Shift work is required. The Painter will be responsible for applying various types of paint finishes to aircraft subassemblies, parts and manufactured components. They will clean, prepare and mask surfaces in accordance with the specifications and plant processes prior to painting and will be required to do lettering, stenciling, and application of decals. The Painter will apply various types of paint or other protective coatings to plant support equipment and buildings.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of experience in aerospace, automotive or industrial painting is required
Ability to meet visual acuity criteria is mandatory
Must be able to wear a respirator as required
Must be able to perform Junior High schools mathematics
Experience using painting spray guns and spray booths while applying various types of paints, primers and clear coats
Experience working with, handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals such as paints, abrasives and solvents
Possesses basic computer skills
Ability to read, write and communicate in English
Ability to correctly interpret operation sheets, data cards or other applicable work instructions
Ability to read technical documents and follow detailed instructions with high precision
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to work within specified safety requirements
Must be a positive team player

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of an automotive or industrial painting apprenticeship or equivalent certification is preferred
Experience applying waterborne primers is beneficial

Responsibilities

Precise masking and de-masking to protect sensitive areas from overspray
Monitor and control paint booth conditions (temperature, humidity, ventilation)
Conduct visual inspections and thickness testing to ensure coating quality
Keep detailed records of material used
Prepare, mask, and mix their own paints; and apply coatings to controlled dry film thickness requirements.
Conduct visual inspections and thickness testing to ensure coating quality