**Painter\- 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 ** Apply finishes to a variety of parts, assemblies and/or completed aircraft\. ** JOB RESPONSIBILITIES ** 99. Working from oral and written instructions and established procedures, prepare painted surfaces, spray primers and/or various paint finishes to parts, assemblies or completed aircraft\. Uses some judgment in obtaining desired finish and may work under the guidance and instruction from the Subject Matter Expert\. 99. Uses spray gun, simple hand tools, Zahn cup and other measuring instruments\. 99. Professionally applies paint to surface maintaining finish requirements acceptable to department supervision and quality control\. 99. Adjusts and cleans spray gun and paint equipment or other company tools checked out for performing job assignments\. 99. Keeps immediate work area clean and orderly and works in accordance with general safety practices\. 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\. + Technical School or Certification for Paint is preferred\. ** EXPERIENCE ** + Painter experience is preferred\. ** QUALIFICATIONS ** + Knowledge in all paint processes \(to include painting, layout, prep, and detail\) + Team oriented, self\-driven, safety conscious, and goal\-oriented + Demonstrates the desire to exceed quality and reliability expectations consistently\. **_ 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\. 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:** 10/17/2023, 7:55:04 AM **Job Number:** 318363