Trade - Paint Shop

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"Cascade Aerospace is one of Canada's leading specialty aerospace and defence contractors - a place where we do cool things for great customers!" We invite you to consider a career with us - come, experience our creative, innovative, and performance-based company!

Job Description

Paint Shop performs aircraft painting and completes the associated documentation in accordance with industry standards, and Cascade Aerospace policies and procedures.

This position belongs in the bargaining unit and shall abide by all rules and regulations as set out in the collective agreement.

Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian Government Security Clearances.

Major Responsibilities & Duties

1.) Strive to consistently act in a manner in which reflects Cascade Aerospace's culture and values.

• Complete work on time, and in the highest attainable quality.
• Treat customers and co-workers with sensitivity and respect.
• Assist internal and external customers in fulfilling their responsibilities.
• Enhance existing skills and develop new skills through continuous learning.

2.) Ensure all repairs/modifications and inspection tasks are performed in accordance with the custormer's check package, Quality Control Procedures (QCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Process Standards (CPS), all maintenance, manufacturing and policy manuals, and scope of their certification authority.

• Plan out daily routine and non-routine work tasks by determining the tools and equipment required and prepare repair schemes by locating the specific procedures in the maintenance manuals.
• Prime and paint composite or metal substrates independently and/or within a team depending on the length and complexity of the repair.
• Perform preparations tasks by cleaning, stripping and sanding the aircraft before painting, including composite and metal substrates.
• Perform simple body filling of composite components.
• Locate and document aircraft irregularities
• Sign off completed paint tasks and ensure all associated paperwork is in order.
• Record paint shop historical data of all major stripping and painting tasks.

3.) Ensure all paperwork, documentation and reporting associated with a repair is completed accurately and in accordance with Quality Control Procedures (QCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Process Standards (CPS), all maintenance, manufacturing and policy manuals.

• Sign for and document all parts removed and/or replaced on the aircraft.
• Ensure all maintenance manual page numbers guiding repairs are documented accurately and all paperwork is completed with as much detail as possible.
• Conduct visual inspections when performing work tasks and document and report any additional repairs identified immediately to the Crew Leader for evalution.
• Ensure employee bar code is scanned at the beginning and end of every work shift.
• Ensure incremental sign off procedures are completed to track work order progress.

4.) Provide coaching and leadership to junior technicians to ensure work tasks are performed efficiently and accurately, and appropriate skills to progress in the trade are developed.

5.) Ensure all work tasks are performed in accordance with Cascade Aerospace health and safety policies and procedures.

6.) Be familiar with and ensure that all workplace conduct is in accordance with Cascade Aerospace's Human Resources, attendance, safety and security policies and procedures.

7.) Perform other duties as required.

Core Skills

• Good communication skills: fluent written and verbal English is mandatory

• Specific knowledge of paint and prep standards within Automotive, Industrial and/or Aircraft Industry

• Ability to ensure that approved standards of Quality Control are maintained
• Safe work practices and techniques
• Proven good attendance, reliability and working practices
• Ability to work within a team and independently if needed
• Ability to work shift work

Education

• Grade 12 Diploma
• Certificate in Automotive or Industry Painting, Auto body or demonstrated experience or ability.
• CAMC Certification is an asset.

Experience

• Aviation painting on various types of aircraft would be preferred
• Holder of Automotive or Industrial Trade Painter's ticket with appropriate experience or ability

Reasons To Apply

• Employee retention and engagement is important to Cascade; we value our employees.

• Comprehensive benefits package provided. Extended benefits and the Employee Resilience Program (all 100% paid by Cascade) are offered after 3 months of employment and Pension matching after 6 months.

• ATO (Approved Training Organization) provides endorsement (type) training & development.

• Company-wide social events and family functions throughout the year.

• Compensation increases as per the Collective Agreement.

• Relocation Package available for qualifying candidates.

About Cascade

Cascade Aerospace Inc. is a dynamic, privately held Canadian specialty aerospace and defence contractor focused on providing long-term integrated aircraft support programs for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), military, government and commercial customers.

All employees are encouraged to realize their true potential and play an active role in fostering an environment of safety, quality, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. We are a diverse organization that strives to be respectful and inclusive of everyone and to treat employees fairly and equally.

At Cascade Aerospace we strongly believe in the value of teaming - with our employees, our customers, our suppliers, and our communities. It is by "Teaming with the best" and working collaboratively with our many partners that we are able to offer custom-tailored solutions for each customer's unique requirements. Our value proposition is that we build enduring customer relationships, and our strategic focus is customer satisfaction. It is a driver in all our decisions.

Cascade Aerospace is committed to the principle of Employment Equity. Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying which employment equity group(s) you belong to. In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this in your application, cover letter, or resume.