Composite Painter

Hendrick Technical Solutions

Location: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262

 

Hendrick Technical Solutions, a division of Hendrick Motorsports, is a dynamic and growing force within the defense industry. This role operates within a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, focusing on challenging and impactful projects that directly enhance national security.  This unique environment combines the agility and innovation typical of a startup with the stability, proven culture, and established resources of Hendrick Technical Solutions.   

Summary:  Reporting to the Production Supervisor you will be responsible for prepping, moving, and spraying of Panels. Prepping parts for spraying bead blasting parts, wiping them down, and hanging them up to spray.    

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Loading and unloading Autoclaves
• Breaking Out / Demolding cured parts
• Trimming / Finishing / Assembly of Composites Parts
• Sand panels to be painted and cover / trim with tape or paper for protection.
• Mix epoxy for covering panels. 
• Wash and prep panels for spraying 
• Daily cleanup and organization of the paint and body shop. 
• Lifting and Moving Panels. 
• Prepare Molds and pre-preg patterns for Production 
• Preparing Laminated parts for Autoclave or Oven Curing utilizing vacuum bagging techniques 
• File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools. 
• Remove damaged sections using saws and/or cutoff wheels, air grinders, and wrenches and install replacement parts using wrenches or welding equipment. 
• Apply body paper or separating film to exterior repair areas to avoid damaging surrounding surfaces during repair process and remove after completion. 
• While using scissors, stir sticks, and razor blades, the Composites Painter / Technician may be responsible for molding carbon fiber material utilizing the bagging process to mold parts.

Qualifications:

• Accountability - accept responsibility and account for his/her own actions. 
• Accuracy - perform work accurately and thoroughly. 
• Oral Communication - ability to collaborate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and managers, all having varying degrees of education and background. 
• Written Communication - demonstrate an ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. 
• Detail-Oriented - pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. 
• Organized - demonstrate being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. 
• Repairing - repairing items using needed tools and equipment. 
• Initiative - ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. 
• Persistence - ability to complete tasks or continue in a course of action despite opposition or discouragement. 
• Safety Awareness - ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. 

Desired Education:

• GED
• High School Diploma

Desired Work Experience:

• Up to 3 years

Education/Experience:

• Must have extensive knowledge of the body shop paint process, as well as knowledge of composites.
• Requires knowledge of sanding, buffing, and blending paints.

Certificates and Licenses:

•  Valid Driver’s License
• Successful completion of the Medical Fit evaluation for use of respirator.

Computer Skills:

• Basic computer skills required.

Attendance Expectations:

• The position requires regular and predictable attendance.  Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to travel occasionally.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed. 
• This position must be performed in-person and can not be performed remotely.

Physical Demands:

• Requires vision (near, distance, depth), sense of touch, and ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – respirator and hearing and eye protection.
• Constantly stands, walks, manually manipulates, reaches outward, lifts/carries up to 20 pounds, and pushes/pulls up to 25 pounds.
• Frequently reaches above shoulder, climbs, crawls, squats or kneels, bends, lifts/carries up to 50 pounds, and pushes/pulls up to 40 pounds.
• Occasionally sits, lifts/carries over 100 pounds, and pushes/pulls up to 100 pounds.

Environment Demands:

• Primarily works indoors. May be exposed to fumes.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee.  The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.  This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of the company.

To 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.

Job cannot be performed remotely.

This role subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements and as such, U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or U.S. Person Status Required. 

Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.