Masker (Paint Prep)

Job Title: Masker

Job Description

The Masker prepares aerospace components for further processing by cleaning, inspecting, and precisely masking metal and composite surfaces. This role focuses on protecting designated areas of parts using specialized masking materials and tools to ensure high-quality paint and finishing results in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and inspect metal and composite aerospace components prior to processing to ensure surfaces meet quality standards.
• Prepare component surfaces by removing contaminants and verifying readiness for masking and paint preparation.
• Accurately apply masking tape, films, plugs, and custom caps to protect specific areas of components according to work orders and specifications.
• Safely use hand tools, razor blades, and precision cutting instruments to trim masking materials to exact dimensions.
• Perform detailed masking and de-masking tasks to support painting, paint prep, and general production activities.
• Apply touch-up paint as needed to maintain finish quality and meet production requirements.
• Follow written work orders and instructions to complete masking, assembly, packing, and general labor tasks.
• Conduct visual inspection of masked and de-masked parts to verify accuracy, completeness, and adherence to aerospace standards.
• Handle components carefully to avoid damage and maintain cleanliness throughout the masking and painting preparation process.
• Collaborate with production and painting teams to support workflow and meet schedule and quality objectives.

Essential Skills

• Experience with masking processes in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to clean, inspect, and prepare surfaces of metal and composite components.
• Proficiency in applying masking tape, films, plugs, and custom caps with high accuracy.
• Skilled use of hand tools, razor blades, and precision cutting instruments for trimming masking materials.
• Strong hand dexterity and fine motor skills for detailed masking and de-masking work.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and written instructions.
• Experience with general labor and general production tasks.
• Basic understanding of inspection practices to verify masking quality.
• Ability to perform paint prep and apply touch-up paint as required.
• Capability to work safely with tools and materials in a warehouse environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or working with aerospace components.
• Experience supporting painting operations, including paint prep and packing.
• Familiarity with assembly tasks related to production workflows.
• Comfort performing repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a production team.

Why Work Here?

This role offers a long-term opportunity in a stable production environment, with the potential to transition from contractor to direct hire and gain access to comprehensive benefits. The facility provides practical conveniences such as ample onsite parking, supporting a consistent and reliable work experience.

Work Environment

The position is based in an aerospace warehouse environment focused on production and painting operations. You work around metal and composite components, masking materials, and standard hand tools. The setting is hands-on and fast-paced, with tasks that involve standing, handling parts, and using tools throughout the shift. Ample onsite parking is available, making commuting straightforward and convenient.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lynwood, CA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Lynwood,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.