About the Organization PCX Aerosystems is a premier supplier of flight-critical mechanical systems and structures to leading aerospace OEMs and the US Government. With roots going back to the dawn of the helicopter age, PCX today is a private equity owned acquisition platform tasked with building a defense-focused, balanced portfolio of companies that manufacture, assemble and perform overhaul and repair services for a variety of fixed-wing and rotorcraft programs. Several of our businesses provide metal and composite components for space applications including satellites, spacecraft and rockets. Headquartered in Newington, Connecticut, we offer a competitive compensation & benefits package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on PCX Aerosystems, please visit our website at www.pcxaero.com. Company Overview PCX Aerosystems currently has operations in Long Beach and Santa Ana, CA; Boylston, MA; and Newington, Enfield and Manchester CT. Each of these locations has a unique history, and we strive to maintain local entrepreneurial freedom, supported by the strength that comes from being part of a larger organization. Our workforce includes Associates in a wide variety of disciplines, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Sourcing, Sales, Quality, Finance and Human Resources. The PCX Aerosystems teams seek to safely deliver on our customers' toughest requirements, while living our values, every day. We are a company that embraces diversity. EOE Statement PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer. DescriptionFUNCTION: In an assigned area or cell, work with limited supervision to perform the application of coatings to Production and Overhaul & Repair aircraft parts TYPICAL DUTIES:
- Applies coating materials to the Company's products according to specifications using spray, brush, dip, or other coating process.
- Applies masking or other protective substance, removes excess, mixes and prepares coating material for application per data sheets and formulas.
- Prepares parts for coating application by cleaning as specified in work instructions or customer data sheet.
- Sets up and controls paint booth equipment to insure proper application and curing of coatings. Sets up and controls furnace temperature for coatings that require elevated cure temperatures. Documents cure cycle temperature and duration as required by the work instructions or customer data sheet. Performs loading/unloading of the furnace.
- Cleans and maintains spray application equipment. Performs cleaning tasks associated with daily paint booth maintenance to ensure a FOD free environment.
- Works with limited supervision
- Maintains necessary records and files, including the paint logbook.
- Assists operators in a lower classification on coating techniques as needed.
- Work independently with salary and hourly support groups to address the most complex problems.
- Must be able to meet OSHA requirements for respirator use, cleaning and maintenance.
- Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.
- Actively participate in various aspects of Lean production and Continuous Improvement projects that drive efficiency improvements.
- Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.
- May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills.
Position RequirementsShift Second Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location PCX Aerosystems, Newington Category Manufacturing Req Number MAN-24-00021 Position Painter Close DatePost Internal Days 0 Number of Openings 1 Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Hiring Manager(s)This position is currently accepting applications.