Surface Treatment I, 1st Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-10-16 Country: United States of America Location: US-AL-FOLEY-1300 ~ 1300 W Fern Ave ~ OEM BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required Collins Aerospace is seeking applicants for the Surface Treatment I to oversee the finishing of aircraft components that are essential to aerodynamics, noise reduction, airflow efficiency, and landing deceleration on our OEM side of the business. Your work will contribute to the delivery of airplane technology to the largest manufacturers in the world. This position is onsite at Foley, AL. Relocation is not available for this position. Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM – 3 PM. What You Will Do Read and interpret blueprint specifications, SRM’s and shop orders to determine area to be sealed and painted. Stir mixture with shaker machine or mix by hand. Apply cleaning solvent or other solution to interior and exterior surfaces. Clean and roughen the surface of objects to be coated. Apply paint primers, clear coat, sealants or adhesives. Complete seal and water testing of components. Install foam pockets, seal caps or Velcro. Install and seal small detail parts or small sub-assemblies. Dispose of hazardous material. Mask area for application. Perform all other duties as assigned. Able to work varying shifts, including but not limited to nights, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and overtime as required Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, protective clothing, arm sleeves, dust mask, gloves (rubber or latex) and other PPE as needed for 8+ hours per day. Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience Qualifications We Prefer Prior paint or processor experience is a plus along with blueprint and/or specification reading skills. Able to read, write, speak and understand work instructions both verbal and written, perform basic math calculations and conduct self-inspection / audit. Able to work varying shifts, including but not limited to nights, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and overtime as required What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option Tuition reimbursement program Student Loan Repayment Program Life insurance and disability coverage Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning Adoption Assistance Autism Benefit Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits Bright Horizons, child and elder care services Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program And more! Learn More & Apply Now! Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S: The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the c…

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