Aircraft Painter B

Chipton-Ross is seeking 14 Aircraft Painter B's for a contract opportunity in North Charleston, SC. 100% onsite BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): Must be willing to work any shift assigned, including overtime. Required to wear fall protection gear, safety equipment and masks. (OSHA STD state) Minimum of 1 year of painting experience in aircraft, automotive, or general painting. Experience working from heights and using fall protection equipment. Ability to complete Fall protection training. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Company is seeking an Experienced - Aircraft Painter in Paint on the 787 Program in North Charleston, South Carolina. 3-4 weeks - site foundational Performs painting of aircraft sections per customer's design and unique livery requirements. Verifies aircraft is ready for exterior finish. Makes necessary patterns, performs layout and applies prescribed primers, paints and finishes to exterior of aircraft. Prepares exterior surface of aircraft for painting. Applies aircraft finishes and external markings to aircraft sections. Candidates must be able to support all shifts per business needs. Shifts will be assigned during assignment to meet business needs. Paint Experience: Adhesive Materials/Processes - Knowledge of adhesive materials (such as epoxy, urethane, polyimide, reinforcements, etc.) and processes. Color Match - Knowledge of color space, color analysis, paint formulation, and paint application techniques to evaluate, match, and develop decorative finishes. Engineering Drawings & Specs - Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (e.g., blueprint/schematic reading, specification, change, design). General Shop Processes - Complete knowledge of shop processes to include Foreign Object Damage/Debris (FOD) prevention, material handling, safety, calibration requirements and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Materials & Processing - Knowledge of material processing for metals (e.g., welding forging, heat treat, machining, forming), polymers and composites (e.g., autoclave curing, lay‑up, co‑curing, repair), sealants and finishes processing (e.g., plating, painting, surface preparation, fay surface sealing, fillet sealing), and ceramic (e.g., high temperature processing, machining) and electronic materials (e.g., soldering, printed circuit board cleaning, conformal coating). Organic Chemical Processing - Knowledge of organic chemical processes (such as top‑coating, priming, surface cleaning). Polymers & Composite Materials - Knowledge of polymers and composite materials (such as carbon, fiberglass, aramid, adhesives, thermoset/thermoplastic resins). TRAINING REQUIREMENT Training duration = 3 - 4 weeks on first shift. This position requires an individual to work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment. Candidate must be able to obtain Fall Protection Certification. This is also contingency of assignment - Fall Protection Regulations - OSHA 1926, 191066, 1910 Subpart D. Candidates will be required to attend and pass training classes. Failure of training may be cause for assignment termination. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): Suitable candidates will preferably have greater than THREE years of Aerospace paint experience. Relevant paint experience is considered painting multi‑staged paint processes (base coat/clear coat) at large scale with compressed air (automobile, boat, etc.). Previous Client experience. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Lift less than 25 pounds (Occasional lifting of 21-35 pounds), bend and twist at the waist, walk, crawl, crouch, stand for long periods, kneel, reach, climb/balance, flexion/extension. Contact with sealants and solvents, exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms. Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required. Experience understanding and interpreting detailed written and verbal work instructions and processes. Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material. Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities. Occasional (1 to 3 hrs.) finger manipulation. Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs.). Frequent walking on flat surfaces. Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces. Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces. Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands. Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls. Occasional contact with metals. Exposure to plastics and solvents to atmospheric conditions. Frequent exposure to noise. REQUIRED EDUCATION: Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g. High School diploma/GED) and typically 1 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. vocational school/Associate). WORK HOURS MUST BE OPEN TO WORKING 1st, 2nd or 3rd SHIFT. PER CLIENT: Candidates who do not have the flexibility to work all shifts or variable shifts should not apply for this opportunity. Days / Shift Hours: 7 DIFFERENT SHIFTS 3rd Shift 11p-6a Mon-Fri (starting sun night 11p) 1st Shift 6a-230p Mon-Fri 2nd Shift 230p-11p Mon-Fri Alternative Work Schedule 1st Shift 5a-330p Mon-Thu (A Shift) 2nd Shift 5p-330a Mon-Thu (B Shift) 1st Shift 5a-530p Fri-Sun (C Shift) 2nd Shift 5p-530a Fri-Sun (D Shift) #J-18808-Ljbffr