Description:
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Machinist for a contract opportunity in Orlando, FL.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): •Candidates must have at least 5 years' experience as painter or fabricator. •Candidates must have 1–3 years of hands on experience applying protective coatings (polyurethane, epoxy, or CARC) on metal, composites, or similar substrates. •Candidates must have 1–3 years of hands on experience applying finish protective coatings, spray guns and/or brushes, operates spray painting equip, optical bonding fabrication, injection molding machines, ablative processing equipment, tape-wrapper, autoclaves, bonding, mixes paints, lacquers. •Candidates must have 1–3 years of hands on experience with surface preparation (abrasive blasting, sanding, degreasing, solvent cleaning, profile measurement, etc.) •Candidates must have ability to read and follow SSPC (Society for Protective Coatings) standards such as SSPC-Sand 5 or SSPC-P2. •Candidates must have experience with the following: Coating selection & application: Understanding the properties, cure schedules, thickness tolerances, and environmental limits (temperature, humidity) for polyurethane, epoxy, and CARC systems. •Thickness measurement: Proficiency with dry-film thickness gauges (micrometers or ultrasonic gauges) and ability to interpret results against specifications. •Mixing & handling: Correctly mixing two-part systems, measuring ratios, and managing pot life and viscosity. •Spray equipment operation: Experience with HVLP, air-assist, or airless spray rigs, including maintenance and troubleshooting.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: • Apply finish protective coatings using spray guns or brushes, both air dry and baked. • Operate sandblasting and tumble blast equipment to remove scale, corrosion, and contaminants. • Mix, thin, and apply paints, lacquers, and enamels to meet color and performance standards. • Set up and run spray painting equipment, monitoring viscosity and ensuring consistent coverage. • Clean and prepare parts, including electro plating cleaning and surface inspections.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): •Technical school training in auto painting, precision masking/cutting operations.
REQUIRED EDUCATION: •Accredited High School Diploma or GED.
WORK HOURS: •Full-Time-4/10-2nd Shift.
Job Number:
217561
Job Location:
Orlando, FL
Rate:
Up to $32.93 DOE
Duration:
12 months
Input Date:
03/23/2026
Firm Name:
CHIPTON ROSS
Attention:
Briana Acosta
Address:
420 CULVER BLVD
City, State:
PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone:
310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone:
800/927-9318
Fax Phone:
310/414-7808
Email:bacosta@chiptonross.com Website:www.chiptonross.com
