Paint Operator

Location US-CT-Berlin
ID 2024-1207
Category
Hourly
Position Type
Full-Time
Remote
No

Overview

TIGHITCO, Inc. is an industry leader in the design, fabrication, and assembly of engineered components for aerospace and industrial applications. TIGHITCO is comprised of three divisions – Complex Composite Structures, Insulation Products, and Overhaul Support Services, supported by five facilities located throughout North America. We have ISO 9001, AS9100 and NADCAP accreditation for our quality and system management.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for applying primer and topcoat to parts, curing parts and verifying and recording thickness according to customer’s specifications.
  • Mask parts to engineering sketches when required.
  • Visually check own work prior to submitting to inspection.
  • Monitor inventory for expired materials and order supplies as needed.
  • Clean all spray gun equipment and maintain cleanliness of spray booth area.  Change filers as needed.
  • Able to rebuild paint gun with replacement parts as part of regular maintenance schedule.  Responsible for ordering replacement parts as needed.
  • Maintain all logs and charts.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area according to customer requirements and keep cleaning log up to date.
  • Responsible for the accurate recording of all paperwork and labor entries associated with the position.
  • Other duties may be assigned. 

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required.
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
  • Working knowledge of Aerospace specifications and standards
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles changes, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
  • Should have knowledge of Epicor software.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  This position requires certification in order to process parts. 

                                    

Supervisory Responsibility:

Not required for this position.

 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands 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.

  • Stand and walk and frequently.
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms frequently.
  • Climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl occasionally.
  • Vision abilities required are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance:

To be determined on a Program specific basis.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Manufacturing Area 100% of the time.
  • Noise - Moderate noise.
  • Fumes or airborne particles.

AAP/EEO Statement:

EEO Employer / Vet / Disabled

Pay Range

Starting from USD $22.00/Hr.

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