Airbus Aerosystems Kinston
aerospace manufacturing
Painter
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“Painter at Airbus Aerosystems Kinston. Skills: coating application, painting, surface preparation. Perform processing, coating application, and parts identification. Perform repair and minor assembly”
Industry & Context.
Ability to work from elevated platforms, Personal Protective Equipment required, Steel-toed shoes required for shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor, Physical Requirements: Vision, Hearing, Speaking, Equipment Operation, Carrying, Lifting, Pushing/Pulling, Sitting, Squatting/Kneeling, Standing, Walking
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Workkeys Assessment completion, High School Diploma/GED, willing and able to work any shift
What You'll Do.
and parts identification
Perform repair and minor assembly
Develop new and improved production methods
Use job-related equipment to complete work
Prepare surfaces for painting
Work from blueprints and instructions
Access and comply with MSDS data
Maintain required certifications and qualifications
Set-up and use test equipment
Perform self-inspections
Input required data into FDAQ database
Perform rework and incorporation of changes
Perform housekeeping duties
Dispose of materials properly
Maintain Paint Mix room clean and organized
Perform routine minor equipment maintenance
Move product within manufacturing work area
Complete transactions to move product
Support continuous flow of product
Train and assist employees
Assist with internal and external audits
Assist Assembly Technicians
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees of the same or lower classification level; Assist and demonstrate practices followed during all internal and external audits; Assist Assembly Technicians as required or as requested by Manager or Team Lead
Communication Scope
participate in conversations; deliver information; participate in communications
Full Job Description
Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) * [Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal](https://kairosservicesinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf) * [Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination](https://kairosservicesinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/PayTransparencyPoster.pdf) (English) * [Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación](https://kairosservicesinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/federal-contractor-pay-transparency-spanish.pdf) (Spanish) ****Job Description:**** **Airbus Aerosystems Kinston** is looking for a **Painter** to join our team based in Kinston, NC. You will be part of the production team of painters and responsible for application of finishes to company products, aircraft, assemblies, parts and test coupons. **Meet the Team:** Our team at Airbus Aerosystems Kinston manufactures crucial aircraft components. On the shop floor you’ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft. **Your Working Environment:** The Airbus Aerosystems Kinston facility sits at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing, specializing in the production of large, advanced composite aerostructures. Our team builds critical components for the state-of-the-art Airbus A350 XWB, including the composite center fuselage and wing spar. **How We Care for You:** * Financial Rewards: Competitive pay, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) * Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a paid parental leave program.
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