A sign-on Bonus will be awarded to the referred candidate as follows:
$1,000 – Tech School with no experience
$2,500 – Tech School graduate with experience in landing gear
$5,000 – Tech School graduate with 2+ years of Landing Gear Assembly experience OR 5+ years of Landing Gear Assembly Experience (no degree needed)
Sign on bonuses will be paid out in four increments over 13 months. First installment is paid the first payroll date of the month following four full months of employment in good standing. The remaining payouts will be paid every three months of service until the four payments are complete.

SUMMARY The Paint Finishing Technician is responsible for the preparation and application of coatings on component parts. The parts range from all metal to fiber-reinforced composite construction. The job entails following detailed process specifications and meeting finish acceptance requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -Paint parts to specific requirements. -Follow verbal and written instructions. -Able to perform all Finishing Technician Requirements. -Work independently with minimal supervision. -Lead small finishing projects, acting as a liaison between other technicians and the supervisor. -Assist in the development of improved methods, techniques and lead the process of transfer of these skills to others. -Capable of performing inspections of finishes and through this process prevents defects and enhances departmental quality. -Work overtime and shift as required by the supervisor. -Maintain a clean, organized area including all paint equipment. -Follow standard shop practices as well as defined process specifications in the preparation and application of finish coatings. -Consistently meet or exceed schedules. -Cross-train other in position as required. -Promote a team environment with a positive attitude. -Participate in ISO, AS 9100, and Continuous Improvement requirements. -Work towards a lean MFG concept. -All other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES Commitment to company values and ethics Dependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately Motivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy Communication: excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills Organization: very detail oriented and always comes prepared Project management skills Initiative: plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions, prepares for problems or opportunities in advance, undertakes additional responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Must have a minimum of 1-year related experience and/or training. -Proficient in all Level III Paint Technician jobs essentials. -Must be able to operate conventional spray equipment, pressure pots, airless sprayers, and other related equipment as required. -5-7 years experience, working as a finish painter in the aircraft, automotive, boating or manufacturing industry.

This role requires the employee to be fully vaccinated against COVID

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. The environmental characteristic for this position is a warehouse setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional warehouse environment. - Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and comply with OSHA standards