Masking Technician

Salermo Hrs; Valencia (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Salermo HR Services is recruiting a full-time, on-site Masking Technician for Aerospace Technical Metal Finishing LLC (Aero TMF) in Valencia, California. The role focuses on preparing aerospace components for surface finishing, ensuring proper masking and adherence to customer specs.

Responsibilities include reading orders and drawings, masking using approved materials, inspecting parts, and maintaining the masking area while following AS9100 and NADCAP standards. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Reads basic blueprints and travel/work orders.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions.
• Exhibits good manual dexterity and steady hand skills.
• Works well in a team-based production environment and maintains reliability.
• Willing to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders, travelers, and engineering drawings.
• Mask parts using tapes, plugs, boots, caps, and other approved materials to protect designated surfaces.
• Verify correct masking locations against customer specifications and internal instructions.
• Maintain an organized and clean masking area.
• Inspect masked parts before release to processing.
• Assist with de-masking and post-process cleaning as required.
• Follow AS9100 and NADCAP quality standards.
• Maintain proper documentation and traceability.
• Support overtime and weekend production schedules as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

29102 Hancock Parkway Valencia, CA 91355 · Full-Time · Manufacturing & Utilities

Salermo HR Services is recruiting a full-time, on-site Masking Technician for Aerospace Technical Metal Finishing LLC (Aero TMF) in Valencia, California.

Work location: 29102 Hancock Parkway, Valencia, CA 91355.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Masking Technician prepares aerospace components for surface finishing processes, including anodize, chemical conversion coating, painting, and other treatments. This role ensures parts are properly protected before processing and meet customer and specification requirements. Reliability and attention to detail are essential to supporting production flow and turnaround commitments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret work orders, travelers, and engineering drawings.
• Mask parts using tapes, plugs, boots, caps, and other approved materials to protect designated surfaces.
• Verify correct masking locations against customer specifications and internal instructions.
• Maintain an organized and clean masking area.
• Inspect masked parts before release to processing.
• Assist with de-masking and post-process cleaning as required.
• Follow AS9100 and NADCAP quality standards.
• Maintain proper documentation and traceability.
• Support overtime and weekend production schedules as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and job travelers.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions.
• Good manual dexterity and steady hand skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work in a team-based production environment.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• At least one year of manufacturing experience; aerospace experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in aerospace surface finishing or plating environments.
• Familiarity with masking for anodize, chem film, or paint processes.
• Understanding of quality documentation and traceability standards.