Painter (Day Shift)

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.


Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.


When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Compensation Range: The salary range for this position is $26.00 - $31.00 Per Hour.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Painter to join our team. The Painter will be responsible for applying industrial coatings to various equipment, machinery, and components to protect them from corrosion, wear, and environmental damage. This role requires a strong understanding of industrial painting techniques, safety protocols, and the ability to work in a controlled environment where precision and adherence to quality standards.


Shift availability:

Day Shift: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Essential Responsibilities:
• Follow specific route card instructions and company procedures to ensure proper end product results.
• Interpret specifications and blueprints for allowable tolerances and variations in process procedures.
• Use safety equipment as dictated by the work area (i.e. safety goggles, dust mask, hard hat, respirator, face shield, hearing protection, gloves, and aprons).
• Determine priority of jobs, plan sequence of operations, and perform surface preparation prior to and after painting, chemically cleaning. Load and unload parts from racks and holding fixtures while regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Visually or dimensionally inspect parts for defects to ensure that parts meet specifications and suggest corrective actions as necessary.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Design, build and operate experimental setups consistent with safe work practices.
• Sanding of parts.
• Moving parts to different processing areas.
• Assist in maintaining quality requirements and audit readiness aligning with customer, OEM and third-party standards.

Position Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing/distribution environment required, previous experience handling chemicals is preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish would be an advantage.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret documents written in English such as procedure manuals, work instructions, software manuals, warehouse work orders and inventories. Ability to write legible notes and correspondence in English. Ability to speak and communicate well with coworkers and superiors in English.
• Ability to wear a respirator, Tyvek suit, steel toed shoes, safety glasses for up to 4 hours a day. Please refer to SOP for facial hair guidelines.
• Disciplined in following procedures, recording measurements, documenting travelers, process logs, recorder charts and tank information.

Why Magellan?

• Competitive salary
• Attractive benefits package
• Generous 401k Pension Plan
• Positive work-life balance
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Commitment to professional growth
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fully paid Tuition Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Free parking

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan's privacy policies. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. Magellan the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceed through the initial screening process.

This position requires access to technical data and necessitates that Magellan Aerospace obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, hires for this position - except U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), will be required to go through an export licensing review process. Magellan Aerospace does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status, or national origin; however, if information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable U.S. laws and regulations would prohibit an applicant from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, Magellan Aerospace expressly reserves the right not to offer employment.