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Onyxosp

Painter - Aerospace / Industrial Coatings

Onyxosp, Nashville, Tennessee, United States

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Job Summary ONYX Specialty Processing is seeking a

Painter

to support our aerospace and industrial coating operations. This role is well suited for an experienced

automotive or industrial painter

who wants to apply their skills in a higher-precision, quality-driven environment.

We are a small, growing company. That means we value

team players

who take ownership, help where needed, and communicate well across departments. Technical skill matters — but

attitude, work ethic, and how you work with others matter just as much .

U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Person status is required. No sponsorship available.

Our Team Values We look for people who are

Humble, Hungry, and Smart :

Humble

– Open to feedback, willing to learn, and focused on doing the job right rather than being “the expert”

Hungry

– Self-motivated, dependable, and takes pride in steady, high-quality work

Smart (People-Smart)

– Communicates clearly, works well with others, and understands how their work affects the team and the customer

If you’ve worked in a shop where everyone pitches in and takes responsibility, you’ll fit in well here.

Key Responsibilities

Apply liquid coatings including

primers, topcoats, and specialty coatings

using HVLP and conventional spray equipment

Perform

surface preparation

including cleaning, masking, sanding, and inspection

Mix coatings per manufacturer instructions and internal work procedures

Spray test panels and verify setup prior to production

Monitor and control

film thickness, coverage, and finish quality

Operate in

controlled and non-controlled paint booth environments

Follow written work instructions, quality plans, and safety requirements

Accurately document work performed

Maintain clean, organized spray areas and equipment

Assist other departments as needed to support overall operations

2+ years of professional painting experience , including:

Automotive painting (body shop, production, or custom), or

Industrial / manufacturing coatings

Strong understanding of:

Spray gun setup and adjustment

Coating mixing and application techniques

Surface prep and masking

Ability to follow written procedures and specifications

Strong work ethic and attention to detail

Willingness to help outside your primary role when needed

Must be able to safely lift and handle parts and materials up to 50 lbs and work in an industrial shop environment, including standing for extended periods and working in and around paint booths.

U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Person status is required. No sponsorship available.

Preferred (Not Required)

Aerospace or defense coating experience

Familiarity with

DFT measurement

or inspection tools

Experience in regulated or quality-driven environments (ISO, AS9100, etc.)

Experience with epoxy, polyurethane, or dry film lubricant coatings

Automotive painters who are motivated to learn aerospace requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Schedule

Hourly, non-exempt position

$31.25 – $36.00 per hour , depending on experience (Equivalent to approximately $65,000 – $75,000 annually)

Overtime paid per policy as production demands require

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Wellness Resources

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