Painter

Torrance, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 16-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title: Painter
Pay Rate: $30.00 $32.00/hr 10% shift differential
Employment Type: Contract
Estimated End Date: October 19 2026
Schedule: 2nd Shift 2:00 PM 10:30 PM (training may begin on 1st or 3rd shift before transitioning to 2nd)
Location: Torrance California 90501
Job Code: 1830
FAA: Required

Tekberry is looking for a highly qualified and motivated Painter to work on-site with our client a worldwide designer manufacturer and integrator of precision control components company. The Painter will apply coatings to a wide variety of component parts for military and commercial assemblies while adhering to FAA and customer quality standards.
This position is 100% on-site at the Torrance CA facility and requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. As a W2 employee you will have access to health benefits.

Responsibilities

Paint a wide variety of component parts for military and industrial/commercial assemblies.
Clean prepare and mask parts prior to painting to ensure precision and quality.
Determine proper paint quantities mix ratios and viscosity per job specifications.
Correctly interpret and follow specification requirements to meet quality and acceptance criteria.
Work with Production and Methods Engineering to determine fixture needs and paint handling procedures.
Prepare and test panels when required verifying thickness adhesion and finish characteristics.
Operate a variety of equipment including Ford cup viscosity checks Fischer paint thickness gauge Grieve ovens and various spray systems.
Log all paint activity including lot identification paint mix details pot life temperature humidity coat thickness and cure cycles.
Perform visual inspections to identify and correct surface imperfections.
Maintain good housekeeping and ensure filters tools and equipment are clean and in safe working order.
Maintain inventory of paints solvents and related materials.
Collaborate with team members and support quality inspections including military-level coating standards.
Perform other related duties as required.

Must-Have Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant painting experience in manufacturing or aerospace environments.
Experience preparing masking and painting precision components.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and consistency.
Familiarity with mixing ratios viscosity testing and paint measurement tools.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and work standing for extended periods.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Must be able to work 2nd shift after initial training.
U.S. person status (required due to export-controlled work).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in an FAA-regulated or military aerospace painting environment.
Knowledge of MIL-SPEC paint requirements and inspection procedures.
Familiarity with environmental controls for paint and curing processes.

We need hard-working reliable employees. Tekberry offers a $100 payment for referrals!

Tekberry Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Tekberry Inc. is a Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).

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Title: Painter Pay Rate: $30.00 $32.00/hr 10% shift differential Employment Type: Contract Estimated End Date: October 19 2026 Schedule: 2nd Shift 2:00 PM 10:30 PM (training may begin on 1st or 3rd shift before transitioning to 2nd) Location: Torrance California 90501 Job Code: 1830 FAA: ...