Melissa Groves
Malvern
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerospace paint tech
AAR Component Services
Malvern
01.2020 - 09.2025
- Prepared surfaces for painting using sanding and cleaning techniques.
- Operated paint spraying equipment to apply coatings effectively.
- Monitored paint quality to ensure consistency and adherence to standards.
- Maintained inventory of paint supplies and materials for efficient operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline painting processes and workflows.
- Conducted regular inspections of finished products for defects or imperfections.
- Followed safety protocols while handling chemicals and operating machinery.
- Applied multiple coats of paint as needed for complete coverage without runs or drips.
- Cleaned up after job completion by disposing of hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations.
- Mixed paints to achieve precise colors and properties based on order documentation.
- Performed quality control checks during each step of the painting process to ensure accuracy.
- Repaired defects in painted surfaces using putty, bondo, glazing compound.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following OSHA standards at all times.
- Applied primer, sealer, base coat and clear coat according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Inspected components and maintained painting equipment with regular cleaning and basic repairs.
- Kept up-to-date records of all work performed including paints used, time spent and cost incurred.
- Cleaned and maintained paint room to avoid color contamination and maintain safety standards.
- Operated spray guns for maximum efficiency while minimizing waste of materials.
- Set controls on paint application equipment based on verbal orders and direct production specifications.
- Worked closely with body shop technicians to ensure proper preparation before painting process begins.
- Verified paint color and properties and corrected issues to meet quality targets.
- Balanced speed with accuracy to deliver best paint coverage and meet quotas.
- Protected adjacent areas from overspray during the application process.
- Ensured proper ventilation when spraying hazardous chemicals such as lacquers or enamels.
- Sanded and sealed completed finishes according to precise specifications.
- Used chemicals and solvents to clean equipment after paint applications.
- Reported daily job updates to supervisors, including whether workers had completed tasks on time.
- Loaded paint into equipment and adjusted controls to maintain consistent paint flow.
- Delivered work orders and clear instructions to painting team to prepare for each shift.
Education
American Home School
Nakatosh, LouisianaTimeline
Aerospace paint tech
AAR Component Services
01.2020 - 09.2025
American Home School