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Painter Spray A - 03705

Company : The Boeing Company

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Painter Spray A to join our Paint team in Portland, OR. As a Painter Spray A in the aerospace industry, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced painting techniques and materials, ensuring that every aircraft component meets the highest standards of quality and precision. Your contributions will not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of our products but also play a vital role in protecting them from corrosion and wear.

You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.

Position Responsibilities :

Collaborate with higher and lower graded employees to accomplish work packages as required.

Prepare surfaces for proper adhesion by selecting and using agents for operations such as corrosion removal, paint stripping, and chemical reactivation of painted surfaces.

Prepare various paint materials (e.g., primer, enamels, lacquers) according to BAC specifications.

Clean and service spray guns, paint tanks, brushes, hoses, and other equipment with solvent after use.

Mask and unmask areas to facilitate corrosion removal or painting operations as needed.

Set up and prepare all equipment and supplies necessary for work operations.

Operate curing ovens and related equipment, ensuring proper conditions (e.g., temperature, humidity, pressure drop) for the current painting process per BAC specifications, and document these conditions as required.

Monitor and maintain time-sensitive materials and processes to ensure quality and compliance.

Read work instructions to support the division of incoming work and ensure efficient workflow.

Perform rework and touch-up painting using sprayers or brushes according to BAC specifications.

Mark and wrap finished parts and assemblies as required per BAC specifications.

Devise and develop fixtures to facilitate painting jobs and improve efficiency.

Obtain and maintain necessary certifications and qualifications to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Apply decorative finishes, insignia, lettering, and striping to aircraft parts and assemblies in accordance with blueprints and specifications.

Work with engineering to develop and test new painting procedures and materials, including special coatings and variable finishes, while contributing to the development of best practices.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards :

Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.

Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.

Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.

Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.

Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.

Utilize personal safety gear to protect face / eyes, hands / arms, and feet while performing job duties.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing / Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).

Basic Qualifications :

Capable of lifting, pushing and pulling up to 35 pounds.

Experience using software applications for internet navigation, email, Microsoft Suite and / or other specialized computer applications

Work with others as part of a team which includes working safely giving and receiving feedback, assisting others in completion of tasks; possess interpersonal, listening, and participation skills.

Currently speak, read and write fluent English

Experience handling chemicals and / or hazardous materials

Required to wear eye, hearing, foot, hand, respirator and other personal protective equipment / safety gear at all times.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience in aerospace or automotive paint application, paints and coatings, and / or inorganic chemical processes

Experience working with detailed work instructions or reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings

Typical Education & Experience :

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Relocation :

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace :

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Union Representation Statement :

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Shift Work Statement :

This position is for 2nd shift

Total Rewards and Pay Transparency :

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Pay : $25.32 / hour, with potential to earn up to $54.76 / hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

Language Requirements :

English

Education : Not Applicable

Relocation :

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement :

Safety Sensitive :

Security Clearance :

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship :

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift :

Shift 2 (United States of America)

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