Material Applicator

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*** 

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Must possess a minimum of one year of painting experience such as spray material application, surface preparation and fill and fair.:

Desired Skills:

HVLP application:

Fine finish material application:

Experience with specialty coatings:

Pay Information:

• $27.33 - $47.36
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Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.:

• Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Lockheed Martin is Philip Downs.