Paint Process Technician

Paint Process Technician

Overview

SimTech Inc. recognized as one of the 2026 Best Places for Working Parents is seeking a Paint Process Technician to join our manufacturing team in Huntsville AL.

The Paint Process Technician is responsible for supporting the complete preparation handling inspection and closeout of parts through the paint and coatings process. This position performs critical pre-paint activities including cleaning masking plugging racking hanging identification/part marking and preparation of components for coating operations.

The Paint Process Technician also supports coating inspection maintains paint-shop materials and consumables performs end-of-shift equipment cleaning and shutdown activities and maintains a clean organized and production-ready work environment.

This position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to consistently follow work instructions engineering requirements customer specifications safety requirements and quality standards associated with DoD manufacturing.

SimTech offers a market-leading compensation and benefits package work/life balance an outstanding retirement plan career growth opportunities and much more.

Responsibilities

Part Preparation

Clean and prepare components for painting/coating in accordance with approved procedures.

Perform masking plugging taping and other preparation activities to protect designated surfaces and features.

Inspect parts for cleanliness surface condition contamination and other conditions that could affect coating quality.

Prepare and install racks hooks fixtures and other devices used to safely support parts during the coating process.

Hang and position parts to ensure proper access and coverage during coating operations.

Perform part identification marking labeling and traceability activities as required.

Handle parts carefully to prevent damage contamination or loss of identification.

Coating Process Support

Support painters/coating applicators before during and after coating operations.

Verify parts are properly prepared and presented to the coating operation.

Assist with maintaining proper workflow and part sequencing through the paint area.

Monitor parts for obvious coating defects and notify the appropriate personnel when issues are identified.

Support coating thickness and visual inspection activities as authorized by applicable procedures.

Segregate nonconforming parts and assist Quality personnel with disposition and rework activities.

Materials and Shop Support

Maintain inventory of paint-shop consumables including masking materials plugs tape solvents/cleaners rags hooks racks and other supplies.

Notify supervision of material shortages and assist with maintaining appropriate inventory levels.

Properly identify store and handle coating materials and related chemicals in accordance with applicable requirements.

Maintain organized workstations racks fixtures and paint-shop storage areas.

Perform routine housekeeping throughout the paint and coating area.

End-of-Shift Activities

Clean paint guns hoses equipment tools and associated work areas.

Complete required equipment cleaning and shutdown activities.

Properly dispose of waste and contaminated materials in accordance with established procedures.

Return tools fixtures racks and materials to designated locations.

Verify the paint area is clean safe organized and ready for the next production shift.

Complete required production inspection inventory and housekeeping documentation.

Quality and Compliance

Follow applicable work instructions drawings specifications process sheets and standard operating procedures.

Maintain product traceability throughout the paint/coating process.

Follow applicable customer and DoD coating requirements.

Identify and communicate quality concerns immediately.

Support corrective action and rework activities as directed.

Maintain compliance with company EHS requirements and chemical handling procedures.

Protect government/customer property and controlled materials as applicable.

Perform other duties assigned in support of this effort.

Minimum Qualifications & Education Requirements and Desired Skillsets Required

High school diploma or GED preferred

Previous manufacturing paint preparation industrial coating body-shop aerospace automotive or related experience preferred.

Ability to read and follow written work instructions.

Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize defects or irregularities.

Ability to work effectively in a production environment.

Ability to safely handle parts racks fixtures tools and coating-related materials.

Ability to wear required PPE and work in a paint/coating environment.

Ability to maintain accurate part identification and traceability.

Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a production team.

U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in aerospace defense automotive or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.

Experience with industrial painting or coating processes.

Experience with masking and surface preparation.

Experience with coating thickness measurement.

Familiarity with military aerospace or customer-specific coating specifications.

Experience working from engineering drawings and manufacturing work instructions.

Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production documentation.

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing 5S and continuous improvement principles.

Experience with chemical handling and paint-shop safety requirements.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

Excellent attention to detail.

Strong mechanical aptitude.

Good hand and eye coordination.

Ability to distinguish acceptable versus unacceptable surface conditions.

Ability to follow standardized processes consistently.

Ability to maintain accurate documentation and traceability.

Ability to identify and communicate problems before they affect downstream operations.

Strong housekeeping and organizational habits.

Ability to prioritize work in a production environment.

Commitment to quality safety schedule and customer requirements.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Ability to frequently bend stoop reach kneel and work in various positions.

Ability to lift and move parts and materials consistent with established job requirements.

Ability to safely maneuver racks fixtures carts and production materials.

Ability to work while wearing required PPE including respirators when applicable.

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to paint/coating processes chemicals odors noise and temperature variations.

Work Environment & Expectations

The position is primarily performed in a manufacturing paint/coatings environment. Employees may be exposed to industrial coatings cleaning agents solvents dust noise and other manufacturing-related conditions. Appropriate PPE and safety controls are required. The position may require overtime weekend work or schedule flexibility based on production requirements.

Performance Expectations

Success in this position will be measured by:

Quality of part preparation.

Paint/coating process throughput.

First-Pass Yield.

Proper masking and part identification.

Compliance with work instructions and customer requirements.

Accurate material and consumable control.

Proper equipment cleaning and end-of-shift closeout.

Housekeeping and 5S performance.

Safety and environmental compliance.

Reliable attendance and schedule adherence.

Effective communication with Production Quality Engineering and Supply Chain.

About SimTech Inc.

Founded in 1983 SimTech Inc. is a Huntsville-based defense contractor providing advanced engineering modeling and simulation test and evaluation cyber hardware and software and manufacturing solutions in support of our nations defense.

SimTech continues to experience significant growth expanding our workforce programs capabilities and manufacturing operations over the past year.

Recognized as a Best Place to Work and a Best Place for Working Parents from SimTech offers a competitive compensation and benefits package exceptional retirement benefits work/life balance and opportunities for career growth.

Learn more about SimTech at .

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

SimTech Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. SimTech Inc. is a committed EOE/Vet/Disabled employer.

Simulation Technologies Inc. (SimTech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability you may use the following email address and/or phone number (256.428.2910) to contact us about your interest in employment with SimTech.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age genetic information citizenship ancestry marital status protected veteran status disability status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. SimTech participates in E-Verify.

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