Masker - Weekend Shift -Aerospace

Maskers ensure the application of painting or other coatings is exact - precisely what our customers require. Maskers review blueprints to accurately identify the prep work needed for processing parts, and they apply masking (tape, paper, plugs) to prevent the application of paint or other processing on surfaces that shouldn't be coated. Maskers verify part cleanliness and damage-free surfaces to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.This position is classified as safety-sensitive.


This role is identified as requiring ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance; therefore, qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15):

An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship, or
An individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e., a "Green Card" holder), or
An individual who is granted status as a "protected person"


Essential FunctionsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reads and interprets blueprints to determine required work procedures and identify materials required
Using cleaning fluids, solvents, brushes, scrapers, sandpaper, cloth, and/or steam, cleans surfaces of workpieces in preparation for coating
Follows established work instructions and safety procedures including the proper use of all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and the use, storage, and disposition of hazardous materials
Uses precision measuring tools such as calipers or other gauges to determine areas needed for masking according to blueprints or drawings
Uses precision cutting tools such as x-acto style blades/knives to accurately shape masking materials, including tiny materials and hard-to-reach areas requiring manual dexterity with sometimes very limited access
Applies masking or other such materials to ensure surfaces are protected during processing procedures
Rinses, drains, and/or wipes coated workpieces to remove excess coating material or to facilitate the setting of finish coats on workpieces
Demasks and cleans parts as required after coatings or processes have been performed, paying close attention to ensure masking materials applied were correct and adequate in meeting customer/drawing requirements
Perform other incidental duties as may be required
Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required

Required Education and Work Experience

A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required
Experience in precision masking or similar is preferred

Other Required Skills and Abilities

Experience reading and interpreting blueprints; experience interpreting finish specs is preferred
Precise dexterity and the ability to apply masking in small places and to make precise cuts using an X-acto or similar pointed blade is required
Hand strength and stability to effectively and accurately use precision cutting instruments is required

Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentTo perform the essential functions of the role, employees must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodations:

Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility,
Sit for long periods to perform job duties
Regularly lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 50 pounds using peer assistance and/or other lifting & material-handling equipment for heavy or oversized parts
Frequently reaches overhead and reaches out or down to perform duties
Occasionally climbs steps, stairs, or ladders
Occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel
Frequently uses hand or fingers to manually inspect parts, apply and remove masking materials, and operate precision cutting tools
Accurately distinguish colors
Visual acuity to interpret drawings, sketches, and readings on gauges and other measuring devices, and to ensure precise application of masking materials

Working ConditionsWork is performed in a manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to:

Excessive noise (hearing protection required) - occasionally
Moderate noise - regularly
Dust, smoke, mist, fumes/vapors (regularly)
Extreme temperatures (occasionally)
Hazardous equipment including forklifts, hand tools, sharp blades, cranes or other lifting devices, and other equipment used in a machine shop environment (continually)



If selected for this role, you will be required to complete all assigned online training courses prior to beginning work on the shop floor.
Your first day of orientation will run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Following orientation, you will complete the remaining online training from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Once you transition to the shop floor, you will participate in a three-week, day-shift training period under the guidance of the lead masker.
Upon successful completion of training and based on supervisor assessment, you will then begin your regular assigned shift.