Aircraft Paint Shop Worker II - 2nd Shift (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Manufacturing - Experienced
Assists the Supervisor in the production of high-quality aircraft parts & subassemblies following Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions. Assists in meeting or exceeding planned production and delivery schedules while maximizing company resources to achieve company goals.
Essential Job Functions: Performs or assists the Supervisor in the following tasks:
- Perform minor fiberglass repair as needed.
- Remove and reinstall control surfaces as required.
- Sand, prepare, and perform touch-up painting of trim lines, and solid base colors on large areas of aircraft.
- Complete weight and balance of aircraft.
- Inspect and record control surface balance measurements.
- Layout and drill holes to avoid short edge distance, double drilled holes, and damage to rivets, structure, and wiring.
- Look over and inspect aircraft for complete removal of all plugs, masking tape, paper, and other foreign objects and debris.
- Working knowledge of Windows based computers and programs are necessary to perform the duties of this position. Working knowledge of the PACT system and SFIS as related to Piper.
- Ability to and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, and mentor teammates within career path to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.
- Adhere, maintain and assist teammates within career path to all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs.
- Perform duties of lower graded position within Career Path and other duties as assigned by supervision.
Career Path Minimum Position Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Related Aircraft Paint Worker Experience Requirements:
- Aircraft Paint Shop Worker I: 1 - 2 years of experience
- Aircraft Paint Shop Worker II: 2 - 5 years of experience
- Senior Aircraft Paint Shop Worker: 5 years of experience
- Ability to work scheduled shift and hours, including overtime.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and PPE, including proper fit and use of respirators as required.
- Follow all safety procedures.
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
- Adhere to Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions.
Physical Demands
Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate job specific equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs. Other physical requirements include the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, twist, balance and reach above, out, and below.
