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217561 - Machinist

Industry
MAN
Region
FL-Florida
City
Orlando
State
FL
Rate
Up to $32.93 DOE
Duration
12 months
Description

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Machinist for a contract opportunity in Orlando, FL.



BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

  • Candidates must have at least 5 years' experience as painter or fabricator.
  • Candidates must have  1–3 years of hands on experience applying protective coatings (polyurethane, epoxy, or CARC) on metal, composites, or similar substrates.
  • Candidates must have  1–3 years of hands on experience applying finish protective coatings, spray guns and/or brushes, operates spray painting equip, optical bonding fabrication, injection molding machines, ablative processing equipment, tape-wrapper, autoclaves, bonding, mixes paints, lacquers.
  • Candidates must have  1–3 years of hands on experience with surface preparation (abrasive blasting, sanding, degreasing, solvent cleaning, profile measurement, etc.)
  • Candidates must have  ability to read and follow SSPC (Society for Protective Coatings) standards such as SSPC-Sand 5 or SSPC-P2.
  • Candidates must have experience with the following:
    • Coating selection & application: Understanding the properties, cure schedules, thickness tolerances, and environmental limits (temperature, humidity) for polyurethane, epoxy, and CARC systems.
  • Thickness measurement: Proficiency with dry-film thickness gauges (micrometers or ultrasonic gauges) and ability to interpret results against specifications.
  • Mixing & handling: Correctly mixing two-part systems, measuring ratios, and managing pot life and viscosity.
  • Spray equipment operation: Experience with HVLP, air-assist, or airless spray rigs, including maintenance and troubleshooting.

    • POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Apply finish protective coatings using spray guns or brushes, both air dry and baked.
  • Operate sandblasting and tumble blast equipment to remove scale, corrosion, and contaminants.
  • Mix, thin, and apply paints, lacquers, and enamels to meet color and performance standards.
  • Set up and run spray painting equipment, monitoring viscosity and ensuring consistent coverage.
  • Clean and prepare parts, including electro plating cleaning and surface inspections.

    • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

  • Technical school training in auto painting, precision masking/cutting operations.

    • REQUIRED EDUCATION:

  • Accredited High School Diploma or GED.

    • WORK HOURS:

  • Full-Time-4/10-2nd Shift.


    • Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.

    Contact
    Briana Acosta
    bacosta@chiptonross.com
    CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
    6926 Rivers Ave
    North Charleston, SC 29406

    Phone: (843) 554-5800 x190 or (800) 927-9318 x190

    Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

    Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

    Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.