Aircraft Painter - (Various Shifts)

Job Description
Aircraft Painter - (Various Shifts) (Full Time)
Department: All Openings

Aircraft Painter I - $ 22.80/hr


Assists the Supervisor in the production of high-quality aircraft parts & subassemblies following Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions. Assists in meeting or exceeding planned production and delivery schedules while maximizing company resources to achieve company goals.


Essential Job Functions: Performs or assists the Supervisor in the following tasks:
• Follow established work procedures to minimize unnecessary rework and/or scrap.
• Assist with layout and masking of paint scheme under supervision of senior painter.
• Carefully remove masking from aircraft and parts.
• Clean and inspect windows.
• Prepare aircraft for washing and thoroughly wash to remove all contamination sources.
• Remove and install hardware, cowls, and access panels.
• Water spray down entire paint booth prior to application of coatings.
• Assist in the removal and installation of control surfaces as required.
• Safely move aircraft through work spaces and paint booths by hand and with support equipment.
• Follow established work procedures to minimize unnecessary rework and/or scrap.
• Make required record entries in logs, forms, and work orders per QP and department specific requirements.
• Report machine/equipment malfunctions to senior painter or Supervisor.
• Use various hand tools provided by department, maintaining accountability as specified by SMP policy.
• Willingness to temporarily be assigned to other departments to assist in aircraft production.
• Must be able to perform all tasks while wearing respirator as required.
• Complete preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, and paint booths as directed.
• Continuously monitor inside of aircraft and outside areas for foreign objects and debris as define by Piper SMP policy.
• Operate department specific support equipment as required.
• Adjust work processes and shift schedule/hours to meet production schedules as determined by the supervisor or manager.
• Partner with senior teammates within career path to receive and share practical knowledge for proper training to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.
• Adhere and maintain all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervision.


Aircraft Painter II - $ 27.14/hr


Assists the Supervisor in the production of high-quality aircraft parts & subassemblies following Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions. Assists in meeting or exceeding planned production and delivery schedules while maximizing company resources to achieve company goals.


Essential Job Functions: Performs or assists the Supervisor in the following tasks:
• Perform and verify satisfactory water break test.
• Carefully sand aircraft without damaging aircraft structure, including skins and rivets.
• Mix, and apply various filling compounds and sealants to fill and fair gaps, joints, steps, and low spots.
• Blow, tack, and solvent wash aircraft and parts prior to each coating application.
• Remove and temporarily install ailerons as required for paint layout.
• Apply initial coatings to small sections of aircraft and small parts including wheel covers, closeouts, gas caps, bezels, etc.
• Sand, prepare, and perform touch-up painting of solid colors on previously painted areas of small parts, or small areas of aircraft (i.e., landing gear doors, wheel wells, door handles)
• Properly mask and prep for coating applications, per aircraft purchase order requirements, re-masking between applications where necessary.
• Perform, record, and approve DFT checks with calibrated equipment.
• Prepare and paint door-jambs.
• Assist quality control with final inspection and rework non-conformities as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary Piper Acceptance stamps required for the position.
• Must be able to perform all tasks while wearing respirator as required.
• Ability to and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, and mentor teammates within career path to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.
• Adhere, maintain and assist teammates within career path to all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs.
• Perform duties of lower graded position within Career Path and other duties as assigned by supervision.


Aircraft Painter III - $ 31.48/hr


Assists the Supervisor in the production of high-quality aircraft parts & subassemblies following Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions. Assists in meeting or exceeding planned production and delivery schedules while maximizing company resources to achieve company goals.


Essential Job Functions: Performs or assists the Supervisor in the following tasks:
• Perform minor fiberglass repair as needed.
• Track Shelf Life of mixed material to insure of proper disposal when required.
• Sand, prepare, and perform touch-up painting of trim lines, and solid base colors on large areas of aircraft.
• Complete fluid flow checks.
• Mix and apply primer, surfacer, base coats, and clear coats to aircraft and aircraft parts.
• Perform hydro dipping preparation and application on small parts
• Diligently inspect, record findings, and flag aircraft paint for defects and blemishes prior to final application of clear coat.
• Inspect and mark aircraft for areas needing body work prior to each phase of coating application.
• Manage and track all paint related materials for Shelf Life and control First In First Out (FIFO) processes.
• Review signed aircraft paint scheme to ensure proper masking, color mixing, and color application of all aircraft coatings.
• Work in conjunction with Purchasing and Production Control to manage material inventory.
• Perform and complete inspections and acceptance of aircraft preparation for coating applications.
• Working knowledge of Windows based computers and programs are necessary to perform the duties of this position. Working knowledge of the PACT system and SFIS as related to Piper.
• Ability to and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, cross-train and mentor teammates within career path to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.
• Adhere, maintain, assist and train teammates within career path to all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs.
• Perform duties of lower graded position within Career Path and other duties as assigned by supervision.


Senior Aircraft Painter - $ 35.82/hr


Assists the Supervisor in the production of high-quality aircraft parts & subassemblies following Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions. Assists in meeting or exceeding planned production and delivery schedules while maximizing company resources to achieve company goals.


Essential Job Functions: Performs or assists the Supervisor in the following tasks:
• Sand, prepare, and perform touch-up painting of complex designs, and metallic or pearl based paints over large areas.
• Assist engineering and marketing disciplines in developing the implementation of new processes and materials.
• Work cross functionally with other business disciplines to identify failure root causes and prevention methods.
• Works with other manufacturing areas to ensure production readiness for design changes.
• Work as a manufacturing representative during FAA inspection and auditing of manufacturing processes.
• Serves as lead with the ability to guide and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, cross-train and mentor teammates within career path to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.
• Adhere, maintain, assist and train teammates within career path to all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs.
• Perform audits of areas within the department as required to maintain compliance with all FAA and Piper operational requirements. Initiate related operational process or procedural corrective action or request additional assistance from leadership or other support teams where necessary.
• Perform duties of lower graded position within Career Path and other duties as assigned by supervision.


Career Path Minimum Position Qualifications


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• High school diploma or equivalent; or equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of high school diploma.
• Related precision painter experience requirements:


o Aircraft Painter I: ≥ 1 year of experience


o Aircraft Painter II: ≥ 1 - 2 years of experience


o Aircraft Painter III: ≥ 2 - 5 years of experience


o Senior Aircraft Painter: ≥ 5 years of experience
• Ability to work scheduled shift and hours, including overtime
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and PPE, including proper fit and use of respirators as required
• Follow all safety procedures
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Adhere to Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions


Physical Demands
• Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate job specific equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs. Other physical requirements include the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, twist, balance and reach above, out, and below.


Mental Demands
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.


Working Conditions
• Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works primarily inside and may occasionally work outdoors. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives.


Operational Excellence


Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.


Quality Assurance
• Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance
• Ensures that Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies are adhered to
• Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures


Compliance
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.
• Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviors, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures.


Communicates Effectively
• Delivering timely communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different information exchanges related to functional tasks, workplace initiatives, requirements, and cross functional interactions.


Decision Quality
• Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables


Optimizes Work Processes
• Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.


Attention to Detail
• Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks


Drives Results
• Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances


Teamwork
• Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results.


Please note - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required.


American with Disability Act Requirements: External and Internal applicants, as well as position incumbents, must be able to perform the essential position responsibilities as listed in this position description either aided or unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.


All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to perform other job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.


Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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