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Lockheed Martin
Material Applicator
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A Coating or Industrial Painter paints a variety of finished manufactured products using paint and enamel spray guns.
$46,987 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Material Applicator Lockheed Martin - 4.0 Palmdale, CA Job Details 3 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Inspection gauge Mechanical blueprint interpretation Blueprint specification interpretation Expiration dates monitoring Drying (manufacturing process) Paint mixing systems Sanding tools Masking (surface preparation method) Industrial ovens Moving Material mixing Dimensional measurements Precision measurement in machining Cleaning (surface preparation method) Brush painting Safety equipment 1 year Spray guns (painting, coating and spraying tool) Entry level Full Job Description Standard Job Description Performs spray, wipe, brush, dip, adhesives or heat application, of surface covering to parts and assemblies exercising a complete knowledge of procedures and techniques related to surface preparation, application of material, equipment utilized, specifications and safety procedures to be followed. Works to blueprints, operation sheets, production illustrations, process bulletins and other authorized engineering documents. Uses precision measuring equipment, including electronic devices, to check and determine that proper thickness requirements meet specifications of work being performed. Performs surface preparation by cleaning, stripping, sanding, masking, and all necessary operations required prior to application of surface coverings. Identifies surface imperfections and makes corrections using approved procedures. Checks thickness of applied material between coats to assure correct tolerances are being maintained. Operates air and airless equipment as required. Moves, positions, and stores such equipment as portable air mover ventilators or exhaust units and safety lights. Maintains and stores spray guns, pressure pots, hoses, respirators, and other similar safety devices. Maintains good housekeeping as required. Places parts and assemblies drying ovens, sets and monitors temperature and time requirements. Identifies surface imperfections and makes corrections using approved procedures. Apply aerodynamic fillers to seams or voids and build up surfaces to conform to aircraft configurations. Checks material expiration dates and viscosities, and mixes materials as required. Files, countersinks, trims, burrs, and operates such equipment as power sanders as required. Ability to obtain and maintain Company licenses, certifications, and training as required for assigned tasks as required by the Company and/or customer.
- Must obtain and maintain Company licenses, certifications, and training as required for assigned tasks
- Must Be Able to Work Any Shift
- Basic Qualifications Must possess a minimum of one year of painting experience such as spray material application, surface preparation and fill and fair.