Job Description
BAE Systems in York, Pennsylvania is seeking to hire an experienced Industrial Spray Painter. Open positions are on 2nd Shift (2:00 pm - 10:30 pm) and 3rd shift (10:00 pm - 6:00 am). Please note that the hourly workforce is union represented.
PRIMARY FUNCTION
Cleans and performs surface preparation to parts prior to paint. Spray paints various assemblies, vehicles, subassemblies, parts and miscellaneous plant equipment and fixtures according to commercial and government specifications.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Various spray-painting tools and equipment such as pressure pots, spray guns, hoses, nozzles, gauges, cup guns, paint gun cleaning units, cables, chains, templates, SAR protective spray-painting equipment, paint shakers, paint proportioner, burn-off oven, confined space monitor, high-lifts, mobile tractors and personal computers or other data entry or acquisition devices. Various hand and power tools (i.e. wrenches, pliers, hammers, drills, etc.)
MATERIALS
Government and customer furnished, purchased and plant produced parts/ sub-assemblies/ assemblies and assembled vehicles. CARC Paints, paint thinners, primers, sealants, anti-skid materials and various other chemicals.
SOURCE OF SUPERVISION
Process Supervisor, Assistant Process Supervisor or may be directed by Lead Person or Self-Directed Work Team.
JOB DUTIES
* Receives instructions and work orders from Process Supervisor, Assistant. Process Supervisor, Lead Person or Self-Directed Work Team.
* Handles material and/or machinery to and from proper locations, using jib or overhead cranes or other material handling equipment, as required.
* Refers to appropriate documents or devices (i.e. data collection device, packing list, bill of lading, part lists and drawings).
* Issues, expedites, inventories, receives, counts, stores, checks and properly identifies materials to assure continuity of operations.
* Completes and/or files documents (i.e. DFT's, paint data, task verification, etc.). Uses personal computer or other data collection devices to check or record data as required.
* Checks and documents operating condition of material handling equipment as required.
* Personal computers and/or other data acquisition devices as required.
* Performs, checks and/or adjustments to process inputs (i.e. materials/equipment as required to ensure product quality requirements are met.
* Performs identification, documentation, and segregation of discrepant materials, as outlined by the appropriate procedures.
* As assigned, performs independent verification of product and/or processes.
* Reports damaged tools, equipment and materials to appropriate supervisor.
* Refers to drawings, sketches, manuals, books, charts and process sheets.
* Loads and unloads parts on conveyor for the purpose of cleaning or preparing for painting.
* Keeps work area safe and clean.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• 2 Years of experience spray painting in an industrial setting or equivalent training required.
• Experience with heavy manufacturing industrial coatings (2 component epoxy, enamel, zinc rich primer, etc.)
• Willing to safely handling solvents and chemicals
• Ability to adjust paint guns and systems quickly and efficiently (adjustments/troubleshoot)
• Experience blending paint
• Ability to read a Wet Film Thickness Gage
• Attentiveness to identifying paint defects, correct them, and prevent them from reoccurring
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow the work instructions
• Experience cleaning paint equipment
• Ability to read and interpret product data sheets
• Possess sufficient comfort level to work in confined spaces
• Ability to work at various heights
• Experience driving vehicles
• Ability to climb in and out of large structures/vehicles
• Physical ability to pass a Pulmonary Function test as this is required for the job.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Knowledge of CARC (Chemical Agent Resistant Coating) painting is preferred
• Hands-on manufacturing/fabrication experience desired.
• NESHAP certification would be preferred.
• Defense industry work a plus.

Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.PDN-9f1e4507-92d8-47e5-afe3-c243d3f5b90d