Special Process Tech III - Spray Painting

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement. We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a 'full service' provider.

For more information, visit our website at www.kearfott.com

Position Description:

This position performs a wide variety of functions related to applying a paint finish to completed units and sub-assemblies, some of which may have unusual finishes, with a brush or spray gun.

Essential Functions:

• Mixes paints, enamels or lacquers to specified colors, consistencies and viscosities for spraying and brushing.
• Prepare surfaces, mask and apply coating to a variety of parts, improvising to meet specifications required.
• Touch up marred or defective surfaces on painted parts discovered during repair or inspection tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Required Skills

• Must have at least 6 months industrial or automotive painting experience, experience with precision work on small parts or unusual finished preferred.
• Ability to use small tools and measuring instruments including- Zahn-Cup/ Micrometer.
• Must be able to work in an environment where paint, and solvent fumes and dust are present.
• Must be able to wear dust mask or respirator.
• Must be able to color blend and color match existing finishes.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1-3 years related work experience required; 3-5 years preferred
• Previous experience with NADCAP audits preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US, visa sponsorship not available.

This position is located at our Black Mountain NC facility. Relocation assistance is not available