**Paint Team Member\- Independence, KS** Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands\. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight\. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career\. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one\. Your success is our success\. **Description** **JOB SUMMARY** To assure surfaces of aircraft are smooth and prepared for primer and finish paint application; apply finishes to a variety of parts, assemblies and/or completed aircraft\. **JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** 99. Performs surface preparation of aircraft prior to painting\. Marks areas to be filled\. Mixes hardener and filler\. Applies hardener and filler to unfinished areas needing smoothing and contouring\. 99. Spray primer, paint filler and protective paint on prepared surfaces\. Uses some judgment in obtaining desired finish\. May work under the guidance and instruction of a Painter or Subject Matter Expert 99. Prepares plastic or fiberglass parts of aircraft using filler to provide uniform surface for paint adhesion\. 99. Roughs and finishes aircraft parts using various types of sandpaper and hand sanding machines to provide surface for paint adhesion and smooth appearance\. 99. May spray primers or various paint finishes to parts, assemblies or completed aircraft\. 99. Responsible for the quality of own work\. 99. Uses painting equipment including brushes and spray guns to perform minor rework, touchup, priming, finish painting of partial aircraft when not otherwise engaged in paint preparation duties\. 99. Other duties – applying alodine, washing aircraft or sealing a variety of components\. 99. Works form oral and written instructions and established procedures\. 99. General supervision needed in order the complete tasks plus additional on the job training required\. 99. Needs assistance to find solutions in order to solve problems\. 99. Listens to concerns and responds appropriately based on feedback given through the learning curve\. 99. Will learn to identify the need for improvements and be open to new ideas\. **Qualifications** **EDUCATION** + Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification\. **EXPERIENCE** + Paint experience is preferred\. **QUALIFICATIONS** + Team oriented, self\-driven and safety conscious + Goal\-oriented and driven to meet and/or exceed quality expectations\. _The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job\. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified\._ This role is eligible for up to a $15,000 \(pre\-tax\) sign\-on bonus based on level of experience\. Terms & conditions apply\. The Company reserves the right to amend or suspend this program at any time\. **Kansas Tax Credit:** Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years\. Visit https://www\.aircapitaloftheworld\.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit\. **EEO Statement** Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law\. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information\. Preference given to Veterans of the U\. S\. Armed Forces\. **Recruiting Company:** Textron Aviation **Primary Location:** US-Kansas-Independence **Job Function:** Manufacturing **Schedule:** Full-time **Job Level:** Individual Contributor **Job Type:** Standard **Shift:** First Shift **Job Posting:** 10/09/2023, 10:26:37 AM **Job Number:** 318370