Painter

Belcan; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

A prominent aerospace company located in Irvine, California, is seeking a detail-oriented associate for a contract position in manufacturing. The role involves accurately masking and de-masking aerospace products to meet quality standards, interpreting technical documents, and participating in lean initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, experience in mechanical assembly, and knowledge of safety protocols. Join a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality aerospace solutions.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in painting and finishing mechanical parts.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering orders.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Mask and de-mask units as per instructions.
• Interpret blueprints and assembly instructions.
• Ensure products conform to specifications.
• Participate in lean initiatives for productivity.
• Assist in training less experienced team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical assembly

Blueprint reading

Painting and finishing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Paint sprayers

Calibration tools

Job description

This range is provided by Belcan. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$26.00/hr - $33.00/hr

Accurately and efficiently mask and de‑mask aerospace products that meet AS9100 quality standards. May perform lock wiring and final detailing functions. Works on products that contain mostly mechanical and some electrical components, single and some dual hydraulic systems, and multiple part families. Actively contributes to lean initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs. Receives limited supervisory guidance.

Responsibilities

• Masks and De-Masks units before and after they are painted per blueprint/instructions
• Interprets blueprints, engineering orders, assembly routes, test specifications, service bulletins, customer requirements, and quality directives.
• Produces and inspects assemblies that conform to product specifications.
• Assembles to customer and/or industry standards.
• Performs touch-up or full surface painting of parts with finishing materials such as paint, lacquer, glaze, etc.
• Mixes paint and cleans parts.
• Actively participates in lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement.
• May assist in training less experienced team members.
• Observes all safety rules and maintains a foreign object damage (FOD) free work area.
• Ensures all equipment is calibrated in accordance with calibration schedule.
• May perform other related responsibilities.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Manufacturing