Hunter Woodcock
New Bern,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented Aircraft Painter with expertise in surface preparation and quality control. Proven track record in achieving high-quality finishes while adhering to strict military specifications.
Proficient Aircraft Painter delivering exceptional surface preparation and paint application. Focused on maintaining safety standards and quality control, contributing to timely project completion and minimizing rework.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Painter
United States Marine Corps
Havelock, NC
09.2022 - Current
- Applied protective coatings to aircraft surfaces, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Operated spray painting equipment to achieve uniform finishes on military aircraft components.
- Conducted routine inspections of painted surfaces, identifying defects and implementing corrective measures.
- Collaborated with team members to develop efficient workflows, enhancing overall productivity in painting operations.
- Trained junior painters in proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering skill development within the team.
- Maintained accurate records of materials used and completed work orders for compliance and quality assurance audits.
- Ensured timely completion of painting projects while adhering to stringent military specifications and deadlines.
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats, and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular inspections, disassemblies, and cleaning of component parts.
- Delivered high-quality finishes by applying multiple layers of topcoat while adhering to strict drying time guidelines between coats.
- Reduced rework instances by meticulously following client specifications for each aircraft painting project.
- Mentored junior team members on best practices in aircraft painting techniques, fostering growth and continuous improvement within the team.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to optimize safety and efficiency during the aircraft painting process.
- Ensured consistent paint quality by performing thorough surface preparation, including sanding, masking, and priming.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Prepared and applied stencils, computer-generated decals or other decorative items to finished products.
- Turned dials, handwheels, valves or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation.
Equipment Trailer Painter
Woodworth Custom Trailers
Chillicothe, MO
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, priming, and cleaning to ensure optimal adhesion.
- Applied high-quality paint finishes using spray guns and brushes to achieve desired aesthetics.
- Maintained inventory of paints and materials, ensuring availability for ongoing projects.
- Collaborated with team members to execute complex paint jobs within tight deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwest R1 School District
Ludlow, MOSkills
- Strong communication skills
- Adaptable work approach
- Hand tool proficiency
- Aviation safety regulations
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Chemical handling
- Spray gun operation
- Quality control standards
- Blueprint interpretation
- Advanced masking techniques
- Technical documentation
- Environmental compliance
- Aircraft surface preparation
- Paint mixing expertise
- Corrosion control
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Inspection procedures
- Paint sprayer operation
- Hand tool use
- Tool maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Surface cleaning
- Surface preparation
- Visual inspection
- Paint mixing
Certification
- Fleet Readiness Center East Paint course - May 2, 2025 to present
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Training - April 16, 2025 to present
- Hazardous Material supervisor - November 26, 2025 to present
Timeline
Aircraft Painter
United States Marine Corps
09.2022 - Current
Equipment Trailer Painter
Woodworth Custom Trailers
05.2021 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Southwest R1 School District