Painter

Position Overview
APEX Industries is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Painter to join our Aerospace Component Manufacturing Group. This is full-time role reporting to the Special Processing Supervisor.
This position involves preparing and applying specialized coatings to aerospace components in a precision manufacturing environment where surface quality, coating consistency, and strict adherence to specifications are essential.

Key Responsibilities
Surface Preparation & Coating Application

• Prepare metal components for coating through cleaning, degreasing, sanding, masking, and other approved surface preparation methods.
• Mix and prepare paints, primers, and other coating materials according to established formulas, manufacturer instructions, and applicable specifications.
• Apply primers, paints, lacquers, and protective coatings using spray-painting equipment, ensuring consistent coverage and finish quality.
• Adjust spray equipment and application techniques to achieve the required finish while minimizing coating defects and material waste.
• Handle, rack, mask, and position components appropriately throughout the preparation, painting, and curing processes.

• Read and follow job travelers, work instructions, customer specifications, and applicable quality requirements.
• Inspect painted components for defects such as runs, fisheyes, orange peel, uneven coverage, contamination, and other surface imperfections.
• Perform required in-process checks and document results in accordance with established procedures.
• Identify and report non-conforming parts, coating defects, or process deviations to the Supervisor.

• Clean, inspect, and maintain spray guns, painting equipment, and work areas.
• Follow established safety procedures for handling paints, solvents, chemicals, and other hazardous materials, including the proper use of PPE.
• Maintain an organized work area and support efficient material handling and production flow.
• Work collaboratively with production and quality teams to meet schedules without compromising workmanship or safety.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Experience with Hands-on experience in automotive refinishing, industrial spray painting, aerospace painting, or comparable precision coating applications.
• Proficiency in surface preparation, including cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming.
• Experience operating spray-painting equipment and applying coatings to metal components or manufactured products.
• Knowledge of paint mixing, coating application techniques, and identification of common finishing defects.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow technical work instructions, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity and consistency in producing high-quality finishes.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to workplace safety, reliable attendance, and meeting production targets without compromising quality.
• Previous experience in aerospace or other precision manufacturing environments is considered an asset.

If you have experience applying precision coatings using spray equipment and take pride in producing consistent, high-quality finishes, we encourage you to apply.