Paint Prep

Ststechnicaljobs; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services in North Carolina is hiring a Paint Prep I to support manufacturing and finishing operations. The role prepares components for painting through sanding, masking, plugging and inspection, ensuring parts enter the paint process correctly.

You will also handle part movement, perform quality checks and help maintain a clean, safe work environment, with overtime as needed. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, safety-minded and able to operate related equipment.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work overtime and odd shifts.
• On-site attendance required.
• Evenings, weekends and holidays possible as needed by production.

Responsibilities

• Wipe, sand and inspect parts prior to painting.
• Prepare components for paint repair.
• Plug and mask parts before painting.
• Remove excess water and debris from cavities within parts.
• Operate overhead hoists to hang parts for painting.
• Inspect finished parts for production and quality requirements.
• Support inventory and maintain clean, safe work environment.
• Follow established safety procedures and 6S standards.

Skills

Sanding

Masking

Plugging

Inspection

Quality checks

Material handling

Forklift operation

6S & safety

Tools

Overhead hoist operation

Job description

STS Technical Services is hiring Paint Prep professionals in Butner, North Carolina, to support manufacturing and finishing operations.

This hands-on role is responsible for preparing parts for the painting process through sanding, masking, plugging, cleaning and inspection. The Paint Prep Technician will also support part handling, quality checks and material movement while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Position Overview

The Paint Prep I prepares components for painting by cleaning, sanding, masking, plugging and inspecting parts before they enter the paint process.

This position also removes excess water and debris from components, uses overhead hoists to position parts and inspects finished work to help ensure production and quality standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Wipe, sand and inspect parts prior to painting
• Prepare components for paint repair
• Plug and mask parts before the painting process
• Remove excess water and debris from cavities within parts
• Operate overhead hoists to hang parts for painting
• Inspect finished parts for production and quality requirements
• Assist with identifying and addressing root causes of paint defects
• Safely operate material handling equipment including forklifts or tuggers
• Label, stock and record materials and supplies as needed
• Support inventory activities when required
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow established safety procedures and 6S standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays when required by business and production demands
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable on-site attendance

Preferred Qualifications

• Tractor certification
• Telescopic Material Handler License

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial organizations across the United States. We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities where their experience can make an immediate impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.