Position Overview
APEX Industries is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented
Painter to join our
Aerospace Component Manufacturing Group. This is
full-time role reporting to the Special Processing Supervisor.
This position involves preparing and applying specialized coatings to aerospace components in a precision manufacturing environment where surface quality, coating consistency, and strict adherence to specifications are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Surface Preparation & Coating Application- Prepare metal components for coating through cleaning, degreasing, sanding, masking, and other approved surface preparation methods.
- Mix and prepare paints, primers, and other coating materials according to established formulas, manufacturer instructions, and applicable specifications.
- Apply primers, paints, lacquers, and protective coatings using spray-painting equipment, ensuring consistent coverage and finish quality.
- Adjust spray equipment and application techniques to achieve the required finish while minimizing coating defects and material waste.
- Handle, rack, mask, and position components appropriately throughout the preparation, painting, and curing processes.
Quality & Process Compliance- Read and follow job travelers, work instructions, customer specifications, and applicable quality requirements.
- Inspect painted components for defects such as runs, fisheyes, orange peel, uneven coverage, contamination, and other surface imperfections.
- Perform required in-process checks and document results in accordance with established procedures.
- Identify and report non-conforming parts, coating defects, or process deviations to the Supervisor.
Equipment, Safety & Production- Clean, inspect, and maintain spray guns, painting equipment, and work areas.
- Follow established safety procedures for handling paints, solvents, chemicals, and other hazardous materials, including the proper use of PPE.
- Maintain an organized work area and support efficient material handling and production flow.
- Work collaboratively with production and quality teams to meet schedules without compromising workmanship or safety.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience- Experience with Hands-on experience in automotive refinishing, industrial spray painting, aerospace painting, or comparable precision coating applications.
- Proficiency in surface preparation, including cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming.
- Experience operating spray-painting equipment and applying coatings to metal components or manufactured products.
- Knowledge of paint mixing, coating application techniques, and identification of common finishing defects.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow technical work instructions, specifications, and quality requirements.
- Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity and consistency in producing high-quality finishes.
- Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Commitment to workplace safety, reliable attendance, and meeting production targets without compromising quality.
- Previous experience in aerospace or other precision manufacturing environments is considered an asset.
What We Offer
APEX offers a supportive work environment, opportunities for learning and development, and a range of employee benefits, including a CSA-approved steel-toe boot reimbursement program for employees in eligible roles.
If you have experience applying precision coatings using spray equipment and take pride in producing consistent, high-quality finishes, we encourage you to apply.
