Paint the Future of Aviation: Experienced Aircraft Painter Wanted in Kinston, NC

Earn $37.15/Hour | Join a Global Aviation Leader Through PDS Tech Commercial

Are you an experienced painter with a passion for precision, craftsmanship, and quality? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aviation manufacturer to hire skilled Painters in Kinston, NC. In this role, you'll play a critical part in producing and finishing aircraft components that help keep the aviation industry moving forward.

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a high-performing team where quality, safety, and innovation matter, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Painter, you'll be responsible for performing a variety of processing, coating, finishing, and production support activities while ensuring all work meets strict aerospace and customer quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply coatings and paint finishes to aircraft components and products.

• Perform media blasting, masking, stenciling, part marking, and identification activities.

• Prepare surfaces for painting using pneumatic sanders and hand-finishing techniques.

• Read and interpret blueprints, process instructions, work instructions, customer specifications, and job aids.

• Utilize hand tools, power tools, air tools, and computerized systems to complete assignments.

• Conduct in-process and final self-inspections using test equipment to verify compliance with customer requirements.

• Input required production and quality data into the FDAQ database.

• Perform product rework, change incorporations, and pickup activities as needed.

• Maintain paint booths, paint mix rooms, and work areas in accordance with "Clean as You Go" standards.

• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of paint equipment and components.

• Move products safely throughout the manufacturing area using assigned equipment, including ovens and overhead cranes.

• Support production flow by training and assisting team members.

• Participate in internal and external audits and demonstrate compliance with established procedures.

• Assist Assembly Technicians as needed.

• Follow all company, customer, OSHA, ISO, Nadcap, and safety requirements.

• Work from elevated platforms, including lifts, ladders, and scaffolding when required.

• Be flexible to work any shift and overtime as production demands require.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or WorkKeys Assessment completion.

• Minimum of 3 years of aircraft painting experience.

• Basic paint application skills and knowledge of painting processes.

• Ability to read and follow technical instructions, blueprints, and specifications.

• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and adhering to strict safety and quality standards.

• Ability to maintain required certifications, qualifications, licenses, or permits.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational school training in painting techniques and practices.

• Previous employer-sponsored training related to industrial or aircraft painting.

• Experience working in aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environments.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're committed to connecting skilled professionals with exciting opportunities that make a real impact. When you join this team, you'll contribute to the creation of world-class aviation products while advancing your career in a supportive and safety-focused environment.

What You'll Enjoy

• Competitive pay of $37.15 per hour

• Opportunity to work with a respected leader in the aviation industry

• Exposure to advanced aerospace manufacturing processes

• Collaborative team environment focused on quality and continuous improvement

• Opportunities to expand your skills and grow your career

• A workplace culture that values safety, integrity, teamwork, and excellence

Ready to Make Your Mark?

Take your painting career to new heights and become part of a team that's shaping the future of aviation.

Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial in delivering excellence, one aircraft component at a time.

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