Metal Finish Prep Technician – Precision Paint

C5ISR (Gichner Systems Group, Inc.); Dallastown (York County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense, operating as Kratos C5ISR, seeks personnel to prepare shelters and related parts for paint. The role includes washing, drying, and surface preparation, inspecting for dents, applying body filler, and masking per prints.

The position requires ability to read prints, measure parts, mask required areas, and maintain safety on a busy shop floor. Candidates should be ready for a fast-paced environment and adhere to company procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six (6) or more months of related experience required.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods in a shop floor environment.

Responsibilities

• Receives units, washes/rinses, and dry with cloth.
• Vibrates spot weld marks, scratches, excess sealer and adhesive.
• Inspect surface for dents, hand-buff dents, apply J7 body filler, and vibrate filler to achieve a smooth surface before paint.
• Read prints, measures parts and shelters, and apply masking to required areas.
• Removes masking from holes and cleans with solvent.

Skills

Computer skills

Read and follow instructions

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Communication with peers/public

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

6+ months related experience

Job description

Kratos Defense, operating as Kratos C5ISR, seeks personnel to prepare shelters and related parts for paint. The role includes washing, drying, and surface preparation, inspecting for dents, applying body filler, and masking per prints.

The position requires ability to read prints, measure parts, mask required areas, and maintain safety on a busy shop floor. Candidates should be ready for a fast-paced environment and adhere to company procedures.