Columbia Helicopters, Inc.
Finishes Technician - Trainee (Manufacturing)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -
• Inspect composite rotor blades for damage to include cracks, voids and de-bonds using visual examination or acoustic techniques
• Properly handle, mask, sand, prepare for paint, and paint all aircraft components and articles including rotor blades.
• Proper handling and application of chemicals and chemical agents used in the stripping and painting processes.
• Seal, prepare, mask, paint and re-paint aircraft rotor blades and rotor blades repairs.
• Document all inspection findings and work performed/corrective action in the appropriate maintenance records.
• Maintain work areas and tools in a clean and organized manner, practice proper tool and FOD control.
• Monitors and supports continuous improvement activities by utilizing Lean and continuous improvement tools striving to identify and eliminate waste in all its forms in an effort to improve quality and safety, decrease lead time and reduce cost.
• Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE -
• High school diploma or equivalent required; further education or advance instruction relative to technical field is desirable
• Requires 1+ years' painting and surface treatment experience
• Experience in proper application and repair of epoxy primers and polyurethane paint preferred
• Experience in mechanical paint stripping, proper masking techniques and proper paint preparation processes preferred
• Training and experience utilizing Lean methods in a production environment preferred
• Ability to locate, read and follow the technical data appropriate for the assigned task
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand tools appropriate to the assigned tasks
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as assigned dependent on production needs
• Ability to work in a shop environment or work outdoors locally or in remote locations as needed for customer support
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Conduct oneself in accordance with Company's Core Values