Painter

Woodward, Inc.; Niles (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace and energy control solutions is seeking a Painter in Niles, IL. This role involves preparing materials and coating products, with a focus on quality and efficiency. Applicants need a high school diploma and must be detail-oriented; previous experience is preferred. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package included.

Benefits

Annual cash bonus opportunity

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision insurance

12 paid holidays

Vacation and Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Less than 2 years of related experience required.
• Detail orientation and ability to follow work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepares materials and products for coating or painting.
• Selects and mixes coating liquids to specifications.
• Maintains paint and coating supplies.

Skills

Detail orientation

Basic written/verbal communication skills

Basic computer skills

Willingness to demonstrate eagerness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Level I: $16.49 - $28.60
• 1st Shift Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm
• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave
  

At Woodward, we are proud to deliver cutting-edge motion control systems that power the latest commercial and military aircraft. You will play a key role on a team that produces pilot controls, electromechanical actuators, motors, and position sensors. From airliners and helicopters to business and fighter jets, our products support flight across the globe every day. Trusted by industry leaders, our innovative technology continues to set new standards in aerospace performance and safety

Are you ready to make your mark? If you are interested in becoming a Painter at Woodward, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Painter reports to the manufacturing supervisor and is responsible for preparing materials and products piece-parts for coating or painting as required. Coats or paints with materials such as wash primers, zinc chromate primers, waterborne primers, lacquers, enamels, dry lube and epoxy coatings. The position works under some supervision and limited contact with external suppliers or customers.

What You Will Be Doing...

• Maintains paint and coating supplies.
• Adjusts sprayer valves and nozzles to regulate width and pressure of spray to accomplish desired finish.
• Selects and mixes coating liquid to military and manufacturer specifications.
• Coats or paints with materials such as wash primers, zinc chromate primers, waterborne primers, lacquers, enamels, dry lube and epoxy coatings.
• Updates daily chemical usage log and verifies shelf life of in-use chemicals.
• Cleans and masks surfaces to be coated or sprayed.
• Cleans all paint and spray equipment to remove all contaminants.
• Applies uniform primer and topcoats using spray equipment or dip method.
• Perform beading, chemical stripping, and sanding operations
  
  

What We Are Looking For...

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Less than 2 years of related experience required
• Basic written/verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Willingness to demonstrate eagerness, enthusiasm, and optimism for work activities
• Detail orientation and ability to follow work instructions
  
  

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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