Aircraft Production Painter II, Savannah, GA, 3646 - Aviation Technology Associates, LLC

Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH) is looking for an Aircraft Production Painter II in Savannah, GA.

Shift: First (05:00 to 15:30); other shifts may be available

Pay Rate: $28.75 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

Contract Duration: 12 months (w/opportunity for extension)

Benefits:

• coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
• eight (8) paid holidays
• per diem split (if qualified)
• three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable)
• opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days

Experience/Education:

• High School diploma/GED.
• Requires knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used in painting trade and methods of mixing paint colors.
• Two (2) years painting/paint preparation experience.
• Valid driver's license required.

Unique Skills:

• Must have experience with sanding and buffing urethane coating.
• Must have experience with spraying gravity fed paint guns.

Purpose:

Under moderate supervision, effectively prepare and paint major sub-assemblies and other parts of aircraft in production made according to specifications and schedule requirements.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of activities including preparation of surfaces and mixing paints. Paints aircraft, small parts, and various surfaces according to required specifications.
• Perform layout and masking as necessary.
• Mix paints, primers, etc. according to specifications.
• Paint major assemblies (including metal, fiberglass and composite material), detail parts, and apparatus related to ground support.
• Strip paint and prepares surfaces as required.
• Perform miscellaneous paint operations and applies decals.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company 5S and Lean Initiatives Programs and complies with safety regulations.
• Demonstrate manufacturing competencies in the Employee Effectiveness Review.
• Provide guidance and training to more junior members of the department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Proficiency in current personal computer based software.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Must be able to work any shift.

By submitting your resume, you are agreeing to have AVTECH submit an application on your behalf to the company we are hiring for.  Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.