Job Information
Aerotek Painter in WOODINVILLE, Washington
Job Title: Painter
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Painter in aerospace production. The ideal candidate will be proficient in robotic mixing and painting and manual masking, racking, mixing, and painting. You will prepare and paint aircraft components according to planning, drawing, and specification requirements, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, quality requirements, and internal procedures.
Responsibilities
Familiarize with robotic mixing and painting processes, and manually mask, rack, mix, and paint parts as required.
Prepare and paint aircraft components to planning, drawing, and specification requirements.
Select and weigh materials for hand or machine applications.
Determine paint flow, viscosity, and coating quality through visual inspections or by using viscometers.
Coordinate and prioritize process and job sequences, and direct assistant painter’s assignments to meet production schedule requirements.
Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality requirements, and internal procedures.
Reduce finishing costs and minimize processing flow time to meet customer demand.
Maintain tools, equipment, and paint booth in compliance with safety and environmental health standards.
Participate in Lean and Continuous Improvement activities and training.
Lead initiatives within job responsibilities to demonstrate equipment operations and work procedures to assistant painters.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
High School Diploma or equivalent.
5+ years of experience performing painting operations in an aerospace production environment.
Proficiency in preparation and application of aerospace specialty finishes (primer and topcoat) for detail parts and assemblies.
Expert knowledge of a broad spectrum of finishes (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, acrylics) as used in aerospace applications.
Knowledgeable and compliant with proper and recommended use, storage, and disposal of sealants, paints, strippers, and other chemicals used.
Knowledgeable about applicable BQMS procedures, NADCAP and AS9100 audit standards, equipment, and tool standard procedures, safety, and environmental health standards relevant to OSHA requirements.
Ability to read, interpret, and comply with customer drawings and specification requirements, parts lists, and material safety data sheets.
Ability to follow verbal and written instruction in English and good computer/MRP system literacy.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Ability to professionally communicate and work well with others and to lead others by example in learning workplace operations and procedures.
Good attitude and attendance, attention to detail, willingness to learn, and ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator use certification.
Able to lift 10lbs routinely, up to 35lbs occasionally.
Ability to bend, kneel, and stand up to 10 hours per day and the willingness and ability to work overtime including nights and weekends.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
HVLP Experience.
BAC paint specs knowledge.
Blueprint reading ability.
Paint spec standards understanding.
Spray gun operations and cleaning standards knowledge.
Experience with paint systems and controls.
Computer skills.
3-10 years of experience in aerospace-specific painting operations.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic and innovative team that values continuous improvement and professional growth. Our work environment promotes safety and environmental health standards, and we are committed to maintaining a collaborative and efficient workspace. Enjoy opportunities for career advancement and contribute to exciting aerospace projects.
Work Environment
The work environment involves robotic mixing and painting processes, as well as manual masking, racking, mixing, and painting. You will prepare and paint aircraft components according to planning, drawing, and specification requirements. The role requires coordination and prioritization of process and job sequences to meet production schedules and maximize paint booth throughput. Compliance with customer specifications, quality requirements, and internal procedures is essential. The painter will maintain tools, equipment, and the paint booth in accordance with safety and environmental health standards, and participate in Lean and Continuous Improvement activities. The position may involve working overtime, including nights and weekends, and requires the ability to bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WOODINVILLE, Washington.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.25 - $33.25/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in WOODINVILLE,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.