1ST
SHIFT PAINTER
- JOB 1111
Enstrom Helicopter
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Menominee, Michigan
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PERMANENT
Updated 08/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Join Enstrom Helicopter in Menominee, Michigan, just 50 minutes north of Green Bay. Located along the shores of Lake Michigan, the Menominee/Marinette area is an outdoor paradise. At Enstrom, you will be part of a close-knit team where your work is seen and valued. As a proud U.S. manufacturer of FAA certified rotorcraft, we build nearly 90 of each helicopter in house. Our team enjoys a clean, growth focused environment with a Monday through Friday schedule.
Position:
Painter
Reports To:
Director of Operations
Status:
Hourly, Non-Exempt
Shift:
1st
Shift:
Monday
Pay Range:
$20.50
00
BASIC
WORKER FUNCTION
Prepares and paints surfaces of helicopters, helicopter parts, or other products according to specifications, using brushes, spray guns, and related painting equipment.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF TASKS
Prepares surfaces for painting; may remove old paint from helicopters using paint remover and scraper.
Implements proper usage of painting equipment, including brushes, siphon guns, and HVLP guns.
Under instruction from Finishing Painter, lays out and paints stripes, insignia, identifying letters, and numerals on helicopter surfaces or other products.
Performs final touch-up work as needed.
Operates sandblast equipment as required.
Maintains painting equipment and air masks.
Performs minor body work and putty fiberglass composites.
Buffs finished paint surfaces.
Trains other workers and serves as a consultation resource.
Observes all safety regulations.
Performs other duties as required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Minimum of 5 years automotive painting experience.
Knowledge of principles and techniques of spray, brush, and dip painting, including surface preparation.
Knowledge of, and ability to apply, various types of urethane finishes using spray and brush methods.
Ability to read and interpret specifications and paint scheme designs.
Ability to mix paint according to instructions.
Ability to mask surfaces of helicopters or other products prior to painting.
Ability to adjust spray painting equipment.
Ability to operate sandblast equipment.
Ability to apply shop mathematics.
High attention to detail.
Must meet personal tool requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED.
Experience with HVLP spray systems and urethane finishes.
Knowledge of masking, sanding, stripping, and finishing.
Can read blueprints and technical specifications.
Knows safety rules for painting and chemicals.
Able to work alone and solve problems.
Aerospace experience is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stand for long periods, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach often.
Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
Wear respirators and PPE for long periods.
Work in confined spaces and on elevated areas.
Do repetitive hand and arm movements.
See well enough to distinguish colors and surface flaws.
Work safely around paint fumes, dust, noise, and changing temperatures.
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