Touch-up Painter - Aerospace - 1st Shift

 At Figeac Aero North America, we place a high value on our employees. Employees are given the opportunity to be a part of something special while achieving their career goals. We offer competitive compensation in addition to an attractive benefits package for qualified employees.

Job Title: Touch Up Painter

Employee Type: Full Time, Hourly

Reports to: Processing Manager 

Job Location: Wichita, KS, USA

Shift Hours:  1st Shift; 6:00am - 2:30pm, Monday - Friday

Pay Rate: $16.00 - $18.00, dependent upon relative experience

Experience: 1 year experience preferred with application of primer, fuel cell and top coat

Job Duties:

• Must be able to thoroughly follow instructions and be attentive to details
• Touch up primers and top coats to Mil specs on multiple surface types
• Mask and de-mask parts as required
• Mix paints per manufactures specs
• Prep parts prior to painting including masking, sanding, and cleaning
• Complete work flow documentation thoroughly and properly
• Inspect results of paint applied
• Inspection: Knowledge of the expected response and appearance of the material being painted 
• Clean and repair paint equipment and keep work area organized
• Wear proper safety equipment (PPE) and follow safety procedures at all times
• Keep work area clean
• Assist other departments as necessary 

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have 1 year experience with application of primer, fuel cell and top coat, preferred
• Previous experience in aerospace manufacturing environment, preferred
• Must be self-motivated and produce quality work
• Dependable, team-oriented, and good communication skills
• Must be self-motivated and produce quality work
• Excellent attendance and positive attitude is required 
• Team player and willing to learn new skills

Working Conditions:

• Some overtime may be required
• Ability to regularly and frequently lift 25 pounds
• Will be exposed to constant activity that requires intermittent standing, bending, crouching, twisting, pushing, pulling, lifting, moving, carrying light and heavy loads, and climbing stairs and ladders. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate small power tools and other equipment

Competitive Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with competitive rates
• Ancillary benefits such as YMCA memberships
• Two weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Life Insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Teledoc, virtual doctor visits
• And more!

 Figeac Aero North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Figeac Aero North America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.