Painter

Ducommun, Inc.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. in Carson, CA seeks a Painter to prepare, paint, cure, and inspect components per work orders and MIL specs. You will operate spray-painting equipment, ensure proper coating thickness, and maintain hazardous waste procedures.

This role offers a hands-on environment within a leading aerospace manufacturer, with strong emphasis on safety, quality, and documentation. Base compensation reflects hourly pay with benefits and growth opportunities in a climate-controlled facility.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Accurate following of written and verbal directions.
• Experience with coating thickness measurement.
• Strong safety and quality focus.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mask parts for painting according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Mix paints and thinning agents according to established formulas and manufacturing requirements.
• Verify paint viscosity meets specified standards prior to application.
• Load paint into spray equipment and set up spray guns and patterns to achieve required coating coverage.
• Apply paint coatings in accordance with work orders and MIL specifications.
• Cure painted components using curing ovens and follow bake cycles.
• Inspect painted surfaces and finished products for quality and conformance.
• Accurately complete shop travelers and production records.

Skills

Blueprints

Reading specs

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

English communication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Mil gauge

Spray equipment

Curing ovens

Job description

Painter

Responsible for preparing, painting, curing, and inspecting products and components in accordance with work order requirements, military (MIL) specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations. This role operates spray-painting equipment, ensures proper paint application and coating thickness, and maintains compliance with hazardous waste handling procedures.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our Performance Center in Carson, CA is the Engineered
Products Group site for our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device, and
Radio Frequency (RF) product lines.

Why Ducommun?

• Excellent company culture - as recognized by Newsweek's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
• Clean and climate controlled working environment
• Opportunity for career growth
• Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

• Prepare
  and mask parts for painting according to engineering drawings,
  specifications, and work instructions.
  
• Mix
  paints and thinning agents according to established formulas and
  manufacturing requirements.
  
• Verify
  paint viscosity meets specified standards prior to application.
  
• Load
  paint into spray equipment, including paint pots and cup guns.
  
• Set up
  and adjust spray guns, nozzles, pressure settings, and spray patterns to
  achieve required coating coverage and finish quality.
  
• Apply
  paint coatings in accordance with work orders, customer requirements, and
  applicable MIL specifications.
  
• Cure
  painted components using curing ovens and follow specified bake cycles.
  
• Inspect
  painted surfaces and finished products to verify coating quality,
  appearance, and conformance to specifications.
  
• Accurately
  complete shop travelers, production records, and other required
  documentation.
  
• Properly
  handle, label, store, and dispose of hazardous materials and waste
  generated within the work area in accordance with environmental, health,
  and safety regulations.
  
• Cross-train
  and provide support in Photo Etching operations as required.
  
• Support
  additional manufacturing activities as assigned, including sandblasting
  and applying masking materials for machining and paint operations.
  
• Maintain
  a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  
• Perform
  other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability
  to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, specifications, and
  work instructions.
  
• Ability
  to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions with a high
  degree of accuracy.
  
• Ability
  to read and complete shop travelers, production records, and related
  documentation.
  
• Ability
  to operate, or learn to operate, coating thickness measurement equipment
  (mil thickness gauge).
  
• Strong
  attention to detail and excellent hand-eye coordination.
  
• Demonstrated
  commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
  
• Ability
  to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and work
  instructions.
  
• Ability
  to work independently with minimal supervision while meeting production and quality expectations.
  
• Strong
  teamwork skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
  
• Ability
  to prioritize tasks and maintain productivity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  
• Experience in operating inspection tools such as gauges, preferred
  
• Good communication skills in English

Required Experience and Education

• High
  School Diploma or equivalent required.
  
• Technical
  training or some college coursework preferred.
  
• Two (2)
  to four (4) years of painting, coating, finishing, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
  
• Equivalent
  combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Base Compensation: USD 21.00 - 24.00
Paid Hourly

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

23301 S. Wilmington Ave
Carson, California, 90745
United States