Aerospace Paint Mixer - Day Shift

Located in Kent Washington, Protective Coatings Inc. is a leading provider of full service finishing for the aerospace, electronics and medical industries in both commercial and defense applications. Services include but are not limited to non-destructive testing such as fluorescent penetrant and magnetic particle inspection and a wide variety of surface enhancement processes such as shot peening and abrasive blasting, passivation, cadmium and nickel zinc plating, chromic, sulfuric and boric sulfuric acid anodizing and the application of chromate conversion coating on ferrous and non-ferrous alloys. Organic coating includes the application and testing of multiple resin systems such as epoxies, phenolics, polyurethanes, polyesters, elastomerics, intumescents, lacquers, alkyds, acrylics, dry-film lubricants, and Teflon.

Founded in 1976, Protective Coatings Inc. was later acquired by Precision Castparts in 2012, and became part of the Aerostructures Division.

Position Summary

Selected candidates for Paint Mixer Level I (entry level) position will receive training specific to the receipt, labeling, stocking and rotation of paint products as well as area tooling and expendable materials such as mixing containers, paint filters, cleaning supplies and area specific tooling. They will be instructed regarding the material ageing process including the removal and disposition of expired product. These individuals will receive basic instruction regarding the access and use of all written and electronic data regarding the mixing and documentation of numerous aerospace and defense coating systems. These materials are mixed on demand for subsequent application to customer product specific to a variety of OEM’s such as the Boeing Co., Bombardier, Cessna, Sikorsky, Raytheon and Lockheed Martin among others. They will gain familiarity with the use of viscometers such as Zahn and Ford cups for determining reduction ratios and the use of analytical gram scales for the proportioning and adjustment of component ratios as well as the use of pneumatic and electric paint agitators. These coating systems run the gamut from polyurethanes, polyesters and epoxies to Teflon’s, elastomeric, intumescent and EMI/RFI conductive finishes among much else. Candidates must be self-disciplined and self-motivated individuals with strong accountability (attention to details) skills. Candidates must have the ability and desire to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced production environment, be resourceful and innovative along with presenting a strong business ethic and compliance to leadership and company policies, and a good communicator with the ability to represent the company in a positive manner. Other responsibilities will include maintaining a clean and organized work area, as well as adherence to organization safety rules and regulations.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Labeling, stocking and rotation of paint products as well as the ageing, removal and disposition of expired product.
• Inventory, retrieval, stocking and maintenance of all area expendables such as mixing containers, filters, forms and labels, tooling and gauging.
• Cleaning and maintenance of the paint locker and mixing station.
• Routing of mixed product to the appropriate spray station or point of use.
• Reviewing and assimilating work instructions specific to paint type and process requirements.
• Accessing information specific to these products and processes using available electronic databases, technical data sheets and other written forms of instruction.
• Working under direct supervision these individuals will be providing for the proportional mixing and reduction of basic paint materials for the on demand application to customer product in the direct support of up to 12 applicators per shift.
• Again under direct supervision the individuals will provide for the documentation of the above in both digital and analog formats.
• Work closely with area leadership to complete work and prioritize tasks.
• Understanding and maintaining best safety practices in accordance with prescribed directives.
• Will be exposed to chemicals/solvents, occasional fumes, and moderate noise level.
• Will at times require heavy lifting.
  
  

Required Skills

• Thorough understanding and use of English in both written and verbal formats.
• Basic practical computer skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent vision whether or not corrected including normal color vision.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work alone or as a member of a team, good cooperative skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast paced and ever-changing environment with multiple priorities.
  
  

Required Experience

• None
  
  

Level Of Education

• General Standard education including the ability to read and write in English.
  
  

Shift

• Monday through Friday from 6am to 2:30pm
  
  

For informational purposes only the range of pay for this role is $20 to $20US Dollar (USD)Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only this role is eligible to participate in the Companys Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Companys bonus multiple based on the Companys performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees and their families are eligible to participate in the company\'s medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Companys 401k plan.120