Painter B

Safran SA

Gainesville, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Aviation Industry, Best Practices, Blueprints, Comparative Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relations, Earthmoving Equipment, English Language, Exceeded Sales Goal, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Leadership, Metal Manufacturing, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Problem Solving Skills, Propulsion, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Vehicle Fleets
LOCATION
Gainesville, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Painter B

Published 04.21.2026

Company : Safran Seats Job field : Manufacture / assembly and repair Location : Gainesville , Texas , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required experience : First experience Professional status : Employees / Staff Spoken language(s) : English Fluent Salary range : market rate

# 2026-177780

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Published 04.21.2026

Job Description

A glimpse at the job:

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; its a passion. Theres the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 Worlds Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). In this role, youll play a pivotal part in insuring proper color and finish of parts to be used in the assembly of airline seats. Join our team and become part of the group thats making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, well proudly step back and say, "We did that".

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  1. With help of "A" and Senior operator perform the following duties.

  2. Must be able to apply primer coatings, paint coatings, protective coatings and decorative coatings to assemblies

  3. Must be able to work from blueprints and trim and finish

  4. Must be able to run spray rigs

  5. Must be able to use fillers and basic sanding techniques

  6. Must be able to perform other duties as required

Employee is expected to follow all safety regulations, keep work area in a clean and orderly condition, and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required for the assigned work area(s). Performs safety related duties as assigned.

DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY

Employee is responsible for determining if she/he has adequate information and materials to complete tasks as directed.

Selection of methods and sequences within limits of the specific jobs assigned.

Determines if in-coming and out-going parts are made to specifications.

Decisions/Problems referred to supervisor

Problems with equipment or machinery.

Quality problems.

Conflicting priorities.

Incorrect documentation.

Training issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Fumes or airborne particles: 30-60%

Toxic or caustic chemicals: 30-60%

Extreme heat (non-weather): 30-60%

Vibration: under 30%

Noise Level

Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

Loud (examples: metal can manufacturing department, large earth moving equipment)

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent required.

One to three years of related experience required - equivalent education and background may be substituted for experience in some areas.

Requires a thorough understanding of shop practices and procedures.

Must be able to read and interpret average to complex blueprints, drawings, diagrams, tolerance information, route sheets, work orders, safety guidelines, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Employee must be able to obtain and maintain all required certifications and licenses.

Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; Understands that his or her job is not a series of tasks and duties, but rather an integral part of creating value for customers

Integrity and Trustworthiness: Behaves in honorable ways even when no one is watching; maintains confidentiality for sensitive information; acts in line with Group values; alerts others when faced with problems

Listening: Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately understand and discuss the opinions of others even when s/he disagrees

Adaptability: Is able to learn from mistakes/ is sensitive to changing demands and requirements and changes; accordingly, seeks feedback; accepts that people may have different appoints of view

Problem Solving: Is able to define and diagnose problems, then bring a range of ideas for solutions; is skilled at rigorous analysis; probes many fruitful sources for answers; compare and evaluates solutions; evaluates the global impact of the solutions he/she proposes

Business and Industry Knowledge: Strives to master the technical skills required to successfully perform their job; seeks out best practices to increase skill level

Drive for Results: Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset; can be counted on to exceed goals successfully

Delivering Direct and Neutral Feedback: Respects the other while delivering feedback in a neutral manner; using a respectful manner, does not hold back on providing feedback out of fear of the persons reaction.

"Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status."

Candidates applying must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazines "Worlds best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Seats is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

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