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Operating in compliance with Airbus Helicopters (AH) predefined specifications, this role ensures all components are free of imperfections.\nMAIN RESPONSIBILITIES\nSurface Preparation & Sanding\nSanding Operations: Sand composite panels utilizing air-powered orbital sanders, sanding blocks, and sandpaper in accordance with AH and AHCA specifications.\nDefect Rectification: Mix filling compounds according to manufacturer specifications and apply filler using a spatula/putty knife to eliminate pinholes and surface imperfections (repeating steps to ensure a flawless finish). \nContaminant Removal: Clean, spray, and wipe composite panels using compressed air and designated solvent-based solutions to completely remove dust, debris, and contaminants prior to masking and painting. \nSupply Maintenance: Maintain accurate consumption levels of cleaning products and solutions, communicating low supply levels to the Lead Hand.\nPrecision Masking & De-Masking:\nMasking Execution: Apply masking tape and paper to cover areas that do not require primer or paint, strictly following templates and individual component contour lines. \nContour Shaping: Utilize utility knives to delicately cut and shape paper precisely along established contour lines. \nDe-Masking & Loading: Assist with loading and unloading components from the paint booth and delicately de-mask painted components to preserve fine edge and paint quality.\nInspection & Departmental Involvement\nFoster health and safety in the workplace and knowledge of health and safety requirements.\nAssist with work station set up \n5S & Safety Compliance: Maintain a clean, neat, and FOD-free workspace in alignment with 5S standards. Actively participate in workplace health, safety, and troubleshooting for process or ergonomic improvements.\nPOSITION REQUIREMENTS\nEducation\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\nExperience\nExperience sanding and masking. \nExperience with sanding and prepping in an automotive setting is an asset.\nStrong hand skills.\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities\nProficient with tools including air-powered orbital sanders, manual sanding blocks, and precision utility knives.\nHigh attention to detail with mechanical aptitude and the ability to strictly follow technical drawings, standardized work instructions, and predefined specifications. \nTeam player with strong organizational, time-management, and independent problem-solving skills. \nSystems & Language: SAP experience, Microsoft Office/Google Suite proficiency, and bilingualism (French/English) are considered strong assets.\nShift\nRequired to work weekly rotating shifts.\nAHCA is committed to inclusivity; therefore, accommodations can be made available for all applicants, except where a bona fide occupational requirement applies.\nThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.\nCompany:\nAirbus Helicopters Canada LtdEmployment Type:\nPermanent-------\nExperience Level:\nEntry LevelJob Family:\nSurface Treatment By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.\nAirbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.\nAirbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .\nAt Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. 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