Painter III

About the role

Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO®, JetAire®, JetPower®, AmpTekÔ, Jetway®, and more. The Painter III is responsible for using their paint/body experience, Grit Blast, and sound judgment to complete assigned paint requirements.

Responsibilities

• Paint according to Oshkosh AeroTech - Ground Support Equipment (GSE) specifications
• Complete assigned Lean initiatives including 5s activities
• Troubleshoot problems, identify and communicate discrepancies
• Complete required paint documentation including VOC log and check sheets
• Move painted parts to the next process verifying they meet Oshkosh AeroTech specifications
• Recommend improvements to paint procedures
• Perform all duties in a safe manner and keep all employees aware of dangers in work area
• Practice good housekeeping in work area
• Follow Safety, Health, Environment, and Hazardous Waste rules and responsibilities
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Technical / vocational / or military training or related experience
• Typically has five or more years auto paint and body experience
• Experience with prep, grit blast and final paint of heavy machinery required
• Ability to work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environment