Paint Prep Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title : Paint Prep Operator

Department : Manufacturing

Reports to : Operations Manager

Shift : 6 : 15am-2 : 45pm Monday-Friday

Position Purpose :

Prepare plastic Aerospace parts for painting

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Follow Lean Manufacturing and 5s practices
• Visually inspect parts prior to painting to identify failures and damage. Report all parts that appear damaged or incorrectly processed to Paint Shop Supervisor
• Ensure parts to be painted are clear of dirt or foreign material, and clean them if necessary
• Review work orders for missed processes and fill out / maintain paperwork
• Prepare parts using tools such as sandpaper, electric sander, etc. to achieve finish look of BB callout
• Maintain knowledge of current specifications and call outs
• Touching up and / or masking and unmasking of parts
• Follow hazardous chemical and waste handling procedures
• Wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) properly. This includes maintaining the area of the face where the respirator seals are clean and hair free
• Must be able to read and interpret all MSDS sheets on all chemicals being used
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency
• Maintain safe working practices and ensure area is clean and free of any possible unsafe situations
• Responsible for following all established Vaupell policies, standard operating procedures and safety practices
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications / Requirements

Candidates must be a "US Person" (i.e. US Citizen or Permanent Resident) to ensure Vaupell's compliance with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and EAR (Export Administration Regulations)

Environmental Condition

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to occasionally loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Vaupell reserves the right to change, modify or add to the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of any position at any time.

Vaupell is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, belief and spirituality, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity / national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran or disability status.