Painter Level 1

Precision Castparts; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in Los Angeles, CA seeks an Aerospace Parts Painter to join our manufacturing team. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and adherence to aerospace industry standards as you apply primers, paints, and coatings to parts and assemblies.

You will prepare surfaces, inspect outcomes, maintain the painting booth, and document processes to meet production deadlines. A high school diploma and at least 1 year of aerospace painting experience are required.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of aerospace painting experience.
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Basic math skills for measurements.
• Ability to operate painting equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, masking as necessary.
• Apply primers, paints, and coatings using spraying, brushing, or dipping.
• Inspect painted parts for quality and adherence to specifications.
• Maintain and clean painting booth, equipment and work areas.
• Document work processes and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with other team members to meet production deadlines.

Skills

Industrial painting

Aerospace painting

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Basic math

Computer basics

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Aerospace Parts Painter to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for working in a safe manner, adhering to all company safety policies, be a champion of safety, and be responsible for applying paint and coatings to aerospace parts and components, ensuring they meet industry standards and specifications. This role requires attention to detail, precision, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Works in a safe manner, adheres to safety policies and procedures, and ensures those working in the same area are working safely
• Prepares surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking as necessary
• Apply primers, paints, and coatings using various techniques such as spraying, brushing, or dipping
• Inspects painted parts for quality and adherence to specifications
• Maintain and clean painting booth, equipment and work areas
• Collaborate with other team members to meet production deadlines
• Document work processes and maintain accurate records

Required Skills

• Previous experience in industrial painting, preferably in the aerospace industry
• Knowledge of painting techniques and materials
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds
• Frequently work near heavy machinery or equipment
• Demands of a manufacturing environment

Required Experience

• A minimum of at least 1 year experience painting in the aerospace industry or related field.

Level Of Education

• High school diploma/GED equivalent required.