Aircraft Painter I

2 months ago

Vero Beach, United States Piper Aircraft Full time
Join the Piper Team

Piper’s worldwide headquarters is based in beautiful Vero Beach, FL., – located just a few miles from the Atlantic Coast. We are the largest private employer in Indian River County and offer exciting and enriching careers. We aim to be the best. So it’s only natural that we strive to recruit the best people in and to give you every opportunity to become even better. After all, ours is a company that never stands still. That’s why we provide a supportive team-working environment in which each individual’s needs are respected. No matter what role you’re in, you’ll help us make the most of our business. And we’ll help you make the most of your career. So, make Piper Aircraft your ultimate destination. Together, we’ll go further than you ever thought possible.

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Aircraft Painter I - 1st Shift (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Manufacturing - Experienced

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

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

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

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