Painter

About the role

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is seeking a Painter to join our Operations department based in Kinston, NC. The role involves performing various processing, coating application, and parts identification tasks, as well as repairing and minor assembly in the manufacture of company products.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and improved methods of production.
• Use any job-related equipment (e.g., hand, power tools, air tools and computers) needed to complete/process their work assignments.
• Perform process activities including, e.g., painting, media blasting, masking, stenciling, part identification marking, etc. to support the production requirements.
• Perform hand finishing operations typical of the following: preparation of surfaces to be painted by use of pneumatic sanders or by hand.
• Work from Blueprints, Process Instructions, Customer specifications, Job Aids, Work Instructions, and written/verbal information.
• Access and work to material MSDS data and comply with Airbus Safety policies.
• Maintain certifications, qualifications, licenses or permits as required to perform work.
• Work from elevated platforms, e.g. Lifts, scaffolding, ladders.
• Set-up and use test equipment to ensure applications meet customer requirements by performing self-inspections of in-process and finished work.
• Input all required data into FDAQ database.
• Perform any pickup, rework and incorporation of changes to the product as required.
• Perform housekeeping duties, proper disposal of materials, and follow Airbus's "Clean as you Go" policy while performing duties in Paint Booths and designated areas.
• Maintain and keep Paint Mix room clean and organized at all time.
• Perform routine minor equipment maintenance as part of daily work duties (e.g., cleaning of paint equipment and routine replacement of packing's, O rings, valves, etc.).
• Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across aisle, using shop assigned equipment including ovens and overhead cranes, as required and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation.
• Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees of the same or lower classification level.
• Assist and demonstrate practices followed during all internal and external audits.
• Assist Assembly Technicians as required or as requested by Manager or Team Lead.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in painting.
• Willingness to work any shift, including overtime.

Skills

• Basic paint skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Effectiveness in interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”).
• Paid time off including personal time, holidays, and a paid parental leave program.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”), and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Upskilling and development opportunities through Airbus's global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on employability, certifications, career paths, and accelerated development programs; as well as the opportunity to participate in national and international mobility.

Pay

Competitive pay with potential for profit sharing schemes and participation in an ESOP.

Schedule

Onsite: 100%.

Company

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Family

P Painter