Painter - D Shift

Ducommun; Parsons (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

401K match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Annual bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ducommun Incorporated in Parsons, KS seeks a Painter for the D shift (Thu–Sun, 6pm–6am). The role coats products with paints and rust-proofing agents using spray nozzles and ovens per work orders and mil specs.

Candidates must be able to read blueprints, operate forklifts/cranes safely, and maintain hazardous-waste discipline. Experience in aerospace/industrial painting, basic computer skills, and a team-oriented mindset will help you succeed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with related training.
• Ability to read blueprints/mylars and follow procedures.
• Safety-conscious and able to work in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mix paints as required for coating operations.
• Operate painting equipment, adjust spray patterns and pressures.
• Inspect parts, apply primers and dry-lube per specs.
• Maintain clean work area and manage hazardous waste per policy.
• Assist in sanding/masking tasks as needed.

Skills

Mil thickness gauge

Forklift

Overhead crane

Safety oriented

Read & follow procedures

Team oriented

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Blueprints reading

Job description

Painter - D Shift

This shift runs Thursday - Sunday 6pm to 6am.

Tendsmachine equipped with compressed air spray nozzles that coat products ormaterials with paint or rust proofing agents.

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 Facility in Parsons, Ks manufactures precision parts for passenger and military aircraft. Travelers around the world count on our employees for their commitment to quality.

Why Ducommun?

• Excellent company culture – as recognized by Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces


• Clean 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

• Pours premixed paint or lacquer into reservoir of machine and couples hose to paint pots or cup guns.


• Adjusts sleeve on nozzles to attain specified spraying pressure and turns thumbscrew to adjust spray pattern towards articles or materials to be coated.


• Mixes paints with thinner solution according to formula.


• Applies dry lube and paint per work order and mil specifications.


• Bakes certain primers in curing oven per specifications.


• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.


• Other duties as assigned may include but not limited to sand blasting and spraying maskant for chem-mill.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to operate or learn to operate a mil thickness gauge required.


• Ability to operate a forklift.


• Ability to operate an overhead crane.


• Must be safety oriented.


• Read and understand internal procedures and policies.


• Understand and follow through on both verbal and written instructions.


• Team oriented with a continuous improvement outlook.


• Basic Computer Skills - able to learn new screens, reports, functions and simple software programs with assistance.

Required Experience and Education

• High School Diploma; up to 3 years related experience in job function and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience


• Able to read blueprints and mylars


• Basic Computer Skills - able to learn new screens, reports, functions and simple software programs with assistance


• Satisfactorily complete hazardous waste training to ensure compliance.

This is a generic job posting for a Painter. Depending on the candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience, they will be hired into an entry (I) level, intermediate (II) level or expert (III) level job and pay scale.

Equal Opportunity EmployerVeterans/Disabled

3333 Main Street
Parsons, Kansas, 67357
United States