Job Description

JOB TITLE: RS Senior Aircraft Cabinet Finisher

LOCATION: Cahokia Heights, IL

PAY RATE: $33.81/hour

We are a national staffing agency partnering with top-tier aerospace and defense companies, and we're seeking first-class employees to join our clients' teams!

Job Details:

• Contract Length: 12 months (with potential extension)

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority as a Tier 1 supplier

• Opportunities: Thousands of openings nationwide

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Prepares, applies, and touches up finishes on aircraft furniture per design specifications and engineering drawings.

• Assists leads by overseeing projects, mentoring coworkers, and providing guidance to other finishers.

• Perform high-quality repairs and finishing of aircraft furniture both in the shop and on the aircraft.

• Apply finishes using spray equipment and manual/mechanical methods.

• Interpret material specifications to ensure conformance with engineering and design standards.

• Coordinate with the Design group to ensure finishes align with customer-approved samples.

• Maintain safety standards and support the 5S and housekeeping programs.

• Mentor and train less experienced technicians.

• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools to identify and implement process improvements.

• Use material tracking systems to log parts demands, track squawks, and sign off work.

• Contribute to team OGSM (Objectives, Goals, Strategies, Measures) initiatives.

• Assume Lead responsibilities when needed and help delegate tasks to assigned technicians.

• Conduct and assist with safety audits.

• Maintain shop equipment and associated Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).

• Contribute ideas for process improvement through the Your Ideas @ Work (YI@W) program.

• Participate in monthly 5S audits.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required

• 4 years of experience in wood finishing processes

• Advanced knowledge of cabinet finishing techniques and products

• Aerospace industry experience preferred

• Must be computer literate

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs, climb ladders/stairs, and work in confined spaces or on any shift

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship is required under ITAR regulations. A U.S. person is defined as a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)

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