Job Title: Aerospace Paint Prep and Production Technician Job Description
This role supports aerospace manufacturing by preparing metal parts for painting, working in the priming booth, and handling components throughout a fast-paced production line. You will ensure parts are properly prepped, racked, and moved through the finishing process while maintaining high accuracy and quality standards in an industrial painting environment.
Responsibilities
Prepare aerospace parts for painters, including cleaning, masking, and surface preparation according to written instructions and established procedures.
Start in the priming booth and learn the priming process, including setup, basic operation, and safe handling of coatings and equipment.
Move, stage, and rack parts throughout the shift to support continuous production flow and minimize bottlenecks.
Handle and lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds safely and consistently during the shift.
Work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced production line environment while meeting quality and productivity targets.
Follow written instructions, work orders, and process documentation to ensure correct preparation and processing of each part.
Assist with general shop duties beyond warehouse tasks, including cleanup, organization, and basic support activities as needed.
Operate production and machine equipment as required, using safe operating practices and reporting any issues promptly.
Collaborate with painters, production staff, and supervisors to coordinate workflow and resolve any processing issues.
Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
Essential Skills
Ability to read and follow written instructions accurately.
Previous experience working in a fast-paced production facility.
Willingness to perform additional shop duties outside of warehouse tasks, including cleanup and general support.
Machine operator experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Ability to safely lift and handle parts weighing up to 50 pounds.
Attention to detail and accuracy while working on a production line.
Comfort working in an industrial painting or manufacturing setting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in manufacturing or production environments, particularly in aerospace or metal finishing.
Background in industrial painting, aerospace painting, or related coatings work.
Familiarity with paint preparation processes such as cleaning, masking, and surface treatment.
Exposure to HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) spray systems or similar painting equipment.
Interest in learning advanced metal finishing processes such as plating, anodizing, and specialized coatings.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a continuous improvement and lean manufacturing environment.
Why Work Here?
The company offers a stable and long-standing operation with more than 70 years in the metal finishing industry, providing a secure and reliable workplace. You can grow your career locally and nationally, with clear opportunities to advance within a large, well-established organization. The culture emphasizes continuous improvement and lean manufacturing, giving you the chance to develop new skills and contribute to ongoing process enhancements. You will be part of a leading metal finishing provider recognized as one of the largest in the United States, supporting a wide range of industries and customers.
Work Environment
The role is based in a spacious, modern plating and finishing facility that provides a full range of processing services in one location, simplifying logistics and reducing lead times for customers. The operation supports mechanical processes such as shot peening, polishing, and abrasive blasting; aluminum processing including multiple anodize chemistries, chemical conversion coating, and hard anodize; and electrolytic plating such as chrome, titanium cadmium, cadmium, zinc-nickel, and other finishes. Coatings and paints include primers, fuel tank coatings, topcoats, dry lubricants, and intumescent coatings, as well as non-destructive testing methods like fluorescent penetrant, magnetic particle, and nital etch. Additional capabilities include zinc spray, magnesium processing, and passivation. The facility follows lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices, creating a structured, process-driven environment. Work is performed in a fast-paced production setting with industrial equipment, coatings, and metal finishing processes, serving aerospace, defense, commercial, recreational, industrial, and electronics markets across North America and Europe. Appropriate industrial attire and personal protective equipment are required to safely perform duties in this manufacturing environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kent, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Kent,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
