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Paint Prepper II - 1st Shift

SEKISUI Aerospace Corporation
Renton, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/8/2025 CLOSED ON 1/10/2026

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SEKISUI Aerospace

Job Description

Check out what we are up to!

We are growing and would love to speak with you! SEKISUI Aerospace strives to provide an employee-friendly environment in which goal-oriented individuals thrive as they achieve even more demanding challenges. We are committed to Excellence, managing our company with Integrity, Dignity & Respect, Trust, Engagement in all that we do, and Passion to get the job done to the best of our abilities.

We offer health benefits, 401k, PTO, tuition reimbursement, job growth, and continued professional development. Apply to join the SEKISUI Aerospace team today!

Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday – Thursday ; 4:30am - 3:00pm

Pay Range: $23.75/hr - $27.75/hr

Benefits

  • Medical (free employee only coverage and low-cost options available)
  • Dental, Vision, Prescription
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • PTO starting at 3 weeks per year! Available to use immediately!
  • 12 Paid Holidays!
  • Closed for a week during the winter holidays!

Position

The Paint Prepper prepares surfaces for painting according to customer specification.

Experienced/Intermediate level is an experienced individual who uses hands-on skills to perform work. Has acquired skills from training and work experience, has limited autonomy, and works under moderate supervision. Achieves competency with skills assigned to this level.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, including how an individual is to perform them and the frequency with which the tasks are performed; the tasks must be part of the job function and truly necessary or required to perform the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Responsibilities Include

  • Performs surface preparation, including sanding, taping and cleaning.
  • Perform simple rework according to customer specification.
  • Maintain accurate documentation.
  • Proper disposal of unused chemicals.

Required Qualifications

  • Capable of meeting schedules and time allowances for production requirements.
  • Ability to comprehend detailed instructions.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Intermediate to advanced math skills.
  • Excellent eye and hand coordination.
  • Ability to use hand tools and other pneumatic tools.
  • Ability to properly weigh and mix chemicals.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2 - 3 years experience in Aerospace and similar role
  • Experience with sander, Bondo and/or mudding.

Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Required PPE provided by SEKISUI Aerospace based on the employee’s position and exposure. Below are typical PPE used on the production floor. Appropriate PPE must be worn by all employees when on the production floor.

  • Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
  • Full Face Shield
  • Gloves (Latex, Rubber, Chemical Resistant, General Duty)
  • Protective Apron
  • Respirator
  • Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles

Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Experience

2 - 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Computer Skills

Ability to utilize computers and related technology efficiently.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

About Us

For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

Learn more about us here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/about

View all our job postings here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/careers

Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

SEKISUI Aerospace 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.

People With Disabilities

SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

Please Call If You Need An Accommodation

Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: 425-235-2750

E-Verify Statement

SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with a new hire’s completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site .

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet (ITAR) export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

  • 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Our Values

The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.

Pay

SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the pay for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets.

Please note that the pay rate shown above is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

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