Painter

Job summary

Prepare parts and materials, mix paints, and apply protective or decorative coatings according to customer specifications and quality standards. Maintain equipment and materials, support production schedules and inventory, handle materials, and follow required safety procedures.

Job details

Position Overview APEX is currently seeking a Painter to join its Aerospace Component Manufacturing Group. This is a full-time, permanent position reporting to the Special Processing Supervisor. The Painter is responsible for preparing parts and materials and applying paint or other non-metallic coatings in accordance with customer specifications and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Coordinate assigned work as directed by the Supervisor and promptly report any quality concerns. Plan and perform work efficiently to optimize the use of materials, labor, and equipment while meeting production and quality requirements outlined in shop documentation. Maintain production schedules and support inventory levels of raw materials and finished products. Ensure products meet customer requirements and contractual obligations. Perform chemical preparation, masking, and racking of parts. Select and mix paints using automated paint-mixing equipment according to established formulas. Operate equipment to clean, wash, strip, sand, remove corrosion, fill dents, or otherwise prepare items for coating. Apply paint, lacquer, and other protective or decorative coatings using hand-held spray equipment. Clean, inspect, and maintain equipment, ventilation systems, compressed air systems, and personal protective equipment (PPE). Load, unload, and move materials and products using appropriate material-handling techniques and equipment. Operate pallet jacks and other material-handling devices to load and unload trucks and trailers. Perform additional duties as required to meet operational needs, including opening containers or crates, assisting with inventory, weighing and checking materials, and supporting production schedules. Maintain stock of paints, tapes, chemicals, and related materials. Coordinate with suppliers and purchasing on consignment materials and submit required documentation. Monitor shelf life, rotate materials as required, and maintain accurate shelf-life logs. Consistently use all required personal protective equipment in accordance with safety policies and direction from the safety committee or lead hand. Qualifications High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Technical or trade school training is considered an asset. Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive, professional attitude. Strong willingness and ability to learn new processes and materials. Self-motivated with the ability to perform repetitive tasks consistently. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision. Willingness to become familiar with customer requirements, AS9100, and NADCAP procedures. Ability to meet tight deadlines and remain organized in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. What we offer APEX offers a supportive work environment, opportunities for learning and development, and a range of employee benefits, including a CSA-approved steel toe boot reimbursement program for employees in eligible roles.

What you’ll do

Prepare parts and materials, mix paints, and apply protective or decorative coatings according to customer specifications and quality standards. Maintain equipment and materials, support production schedules and inventory, handle materials, and follow required safety procedures.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent education and experience is required; technical or trade school training is an asset. Candidates should be detail-oriented, self-motivated, able to follow instructions and work independently or with a team, and willing to learn customer requirements, AS9100, and NADCAP procedures.

Benefits

• Steel Toe Boot Reimbursement

Listed skills

• Quality Inspection · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Production Scheduling · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Paint Mixing
• Spray Painting
• Surface Preparation
• Chemical Preparation
• Masking
• Quality Inspection
• Equipment Maintenance
• Inventory Management
• Material Handling
• Attention To Detail
• Following Written And Verbal Instructions
• Production Scheduling
• Safety Compliance
• Teamwork
• Time Management

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Logistics
• Security & Safety

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