Painter

Painter Responsible for preparing, painting, curing, and inspecting products and components in accordance with work order requirements, military (MIL) specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations. This role operates spray-painting equipment, ensures proper paint application and coating thickness, and maintains compliance with hazardous waste handling procedures. Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our Performance Center in Carson, CA is the Engineered Products Group site for our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device, and Radio Frequency (RF) product lines. Why Ducommun?

• Excellent company culture – as recognized by Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
• Clean and climate controlled working environment
• Opportunity for career growth
• Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

• Prepare and mask parts for painting according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Mix paints and thinning agents according to established formulas and manufacturing requirements.
• Verify paint viscosity meets specified standards prior to application.
• Load paint into spray equipment, including paint pots and cup guns.
• Set up and adjust spray guns, nozzles, pressure settings, and spray patterns to achieve required coating coverage and finish quality.
• Apply paint coatings in accordance with work orders, customer requirements, and applicable MIL specifications.
• Cure painted components using curing ovens and follow specified bake cycles.
• Inspect painted surfaces and finished products to verify coating quality, appearance, and conformance to specifications.
• Accurately complete shop travelers, production records, and other required documentation.
• Properly handle, label, store, and dispose of hazardous materials and waste generated within the work area in accordance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Cross-train and provide support in Photo Etching operations as required.
• Support additional manufacturing activities as assigned, including sandblasting and applying masking materials for machining and paint operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to read and complete shop travelers, production records, and related documentation.
• Ability to operate, or learn to operate, coating thickness measurement equipment (mil thickness gauge).
• Strong attention to detail and excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
• Ability to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while meeting production and quality expectations.
• Strong teamwork skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain productivity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience in operating inspection tools such as gauges, preferred
• Good communication skills in English

Required Experience and Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training or some college coursework preferred.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of painting, coating, finishing, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Base Compensation: USD 21.00 - 24.00 Paid Hourly Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

23301 S. Wilmington Ave Carson, California, 90745 United States