Production Painter
About The Position
Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is hiring an onsite Production Painter (A) at its aerospace plant in Torrance, California. The role works on first shift, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and reports to the Process Supervisor. The group designs and integrates flight control actuation systems for military aircraft. The Production Painter prepares and paints component parts for military and industrial/commercial assemblies. The work includes surface preparation, paint and primer mixing, spray application, inspection, documentation, equipment maintenance, and paint and solvent inventory management. The position is FAA Safety Sensitive and requires meeting FAA drug and alcohol testing program requirements. It also requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in a related industry.
- Experience with conventional paint application.
- Basic or intermediate computer skills.
- Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints and drawings.
- High school diploma or GED preferred; otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply verbal, written, and computer work instructions or training in English, and to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Must meet FAA drug and alcohol testing program requirements for an FAA Safety Sensitive position.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with epoxy and polyurethane coatings.
- Experience in the aerospace or another regulated industry.
- At least 5 years of experience in a related industry.
Responsibilities
- Prepare surfaces for painting by sanding, non-abrasive plastic-media blasting, cleaning, and masking.
- Clean component parts and prepare them for paint or coating.
- Mix paint and primer using a shaker mixer, and determine the primer and paint to use by reading work instructions.
- Apply primers and paints, usually with a spray gun, to component parts for military and industrial/commercial assemblies.
- Determine paint quantity, mixing ratio, and viscosity, and interpret specifications to meet quality acceptance criteria.
- Coordinate with production and methods engineering on fixture requirements and paint application procedures.
- Prepare test panels and perform required inspections for thickness and adhesion characteristics.
- Operate a cup viscosity check, Dermitron paint thickness checking device, Grieve oven, and paint spraying and cleaning equipment.
- Log paint-mix lot identification, pot life, painting temperature and humidity, coat thickness, and cure cycles.
- Visually inspect work for surface imperfections and verify paint thickness, adhesion, texture, color, and other requirements.
- Maintain good housekeeping, including changing filters.
- Maintain inventory of paints and solvents.
- Unmask painted product and inspect surfaces to confirm proper application.
- Clean and maintain paint and blasting equipment so it is ready for the next job.
Benefits
- Annual profit sharing.
- 401(k) matching.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
- Flexible paid time off and holidays.
- Parental leave program.
- Relocation assistance.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, and supplemental benefit coverage.
- Tuition assistance.
- Mentorship and coaching opportunities.
- Leadership development and personal growth programs.
- Inclusive culture, Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
