Aerospace Painter

Danner Corporation; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Danner Corporation, located in Auburn, WA, seeks a dedicated Aerospace Painter to prepare, paint, and finish aircraft parts in line with customer specs and schedules.

The role requires surface prep, paint mixing, and application under minimal supervision, with emphasis on safety and quality. Applicants should have 2+ years of painting experience and be able to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years painting experience.
• Proficiency with hand tools and spray-painting equipment.
• Composite materials fabrication experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to build manuals, work instructions, and drawings.
• Measure and mix primers, paints, sealants per specs.
• Prepare surfaces for painting: cleaning, stripping, sanding.
• Paint major assemblies and detail parts.
• Ensure finished work meets drawings and quality requirements.
• Maintain clean, safe workstation.
• Handle and dispose paints and solvents safely.

Skills

Painting techniques

Surface preparation

Blueprints interpretation

Teamwork & communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools & spray-painting equipment

Job description

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Aerospace Painter

Paint Full Time Craft Workers Plant 2, Auburn, WA, US

Salary Range: $23.00 To $31.00 Hourly

In addition to a comfortable work environment and family values, Danner Corporation offers our team members with a competitive benefits package to include company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage; healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA); voluntary life and AD&D; a 401(k) retirement account; and paid time off.

JOBSUMMARY

The Painter works under minimal supervision and is responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing aircraft parts and components in accordance with customer specifications, quality standards, and production schedules. The Painter performs surface preparation, paint mixing and application, inspection, and rework to ensure finished products meet established requirements while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

REPORTSTO

The Painter directly reports to the Senior Production Supervisor or Production Manager at the corresponding Plant

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONSREQUIREDFORPOSITION

Education,Training,and/orExperience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in painting
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in paint preparation
• Proficiency in the usage of hand tools and spray-painting equipment
• Experience in composite materials fabrication preferred

PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS

Thephysicaldemandsdescribedherearerepresentativeofthosethatmustbemetbyateammembertosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job

• Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination
• Regularly required to stand for prolonged periods of time without support
• Frequently walk, bend, and lean
• Occasionally climb, stoop, crouch, kneel, and sit
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Specific vision abilities include close, color, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Hearing level within normal/average range
• Ability to work overtime, extended shifts, weekends, and occasional six-day workweeks based on business needs

ESSENTIALJOBREQUIREMENTS,SKILLSANDABILITIES

Toperformthejobsuccessfully,anindividualshoulddemonstratethefollowingcompetencies:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Knowledge of surface preparation, painting techniques, and finishing processes for aircraft parts and components
• Ability to use tools and equipment associated with the aerospace painting process
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation
• Ability to work with various materials including resins, carbon fiber, bonding agents, honeycomb fabric, and fiberglass
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to work efficiently, meet production deadlines, and consistently maintain established quality standards
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with coworkers and management
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation
• Basic understanding of manufacturing safety regulations and a willingness to follow safety procedures at all times

ESSENTIALDUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Adhere to all build manuals, work instructions, quality procedures, inspection sheets, and drawings applicable
• Measure and mix primers, paints, sealants, and other coatings in accordance to specifications and manufacturer instructions
• Prepare surfaces for painting through cleaning, stripping, sanding, scuffing and other approved surface preparation methods
• Perform layout and masking as necessary
• Paint major assemblies and detail parts made of metal, fiberglass, and/or composite materials
• Verify completed work meets applicable engineering drawings, customer specifications, and quality requirements
• Visually inspect painted components for defects such as runs, uneven coverage or contamination
• Perform touch‑ups, sanding, and rework as allowed to meet quality standards
• Assemble product, fasteners, and seals using standard tools and fabrication equipment
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, comply with all safety regulations
• Properly handle, store, and dispose paints, solvents, and other hazardous materials in accordance to established procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Management reserves the right to assign and/or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but does not limit team members nor the Company to the work identified above.