Defense Painter

Leading Technology Composites; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Leading Technology Composites in Wichita, Kansas is hiring for a painting position. The role includes mixing paint ratios, utilizing various painting tools like spray guns, and ensuring quality standards are met.

Candidates should have prior experience in painting, good communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The position requires physical stamina, as lifting up to 50 pounds is necessary. The work environment is fast-paced and may require overtime.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in painting or a related field preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Mix ratios for a variety of paint.
• Operate, use and clean a spray gun and pressure pot.
• Ensure that all painted products meet quality standards.
• Dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with environmental laws.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of painting techniques

Tools

Spray gun

HVLP

Pressure pot

Job description

1 st Shift: Monday-Thursday 6AM-3:30PM & Friday 6AM-10AM

Responsibilities

• Mix ratios for a variety of paint
• Operate, use and clean a spray gun, HVLP and pressure pot
• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking
• Apply paint using various techniques, including spray guns, and brushes
• Ensure that all painted products meet quality standards
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines
• Assist with other tasks as needed
• At times, work in temperatures over 90 degrees
• Fast-paced work environment
• Dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with environmental laws and company regulations

Requirements

• Prior experience in painting or a related field preferred
• Knowledge of painting techniques and tools
• Attention to detail and ability to produce high‑quality work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Pay is based on prior related experience in this field - paid hourly

All offers of employment at Leading Technology Composites are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and a pre‑employment drug screening. These checks will be conducted in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Refusal to submit to testing, failure to complete testing within provided deadline, or a verified positive drug result for unauthorized substances, will disqualify a candidate from further consideration for employment.

Access to our facility (and, therefore, employment) is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents of the United States and properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes.

EEO NOTICE:

Leading Technology Composites is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.