Painter
- VMBO/MBO, Mavo/VMBO, MBO, HBO, MBO/HBO
- 32 to 40 hours per week
- Prospect of permanent employment
- Papendrecht Region South-Holland
- 3300 - 3800 per month
- Papendrecht Region South-Holland
- 3300 - 3800 per month
GKN Fokker is looking for a Painter to join its team. Are you detail-oriented, enjoy working in a technical environment, and have organizational skills? Do you have experience in industrial, automotive, or aerospace painting, and would you like to contribute to the highest quality production in the aviation industry? Then this position is perfect for you. Good work!
About the function
As a Painter, you will contribute to the performance and safety of advanced aircraft by applying coatings and protective finishes to critical landing gear components. You’ll work on both newly manufactured systems and systems undergoing repair or overhaul — each requiring the same high standards and attention to detail.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and cleaning components (e.g., degreasing, sanding, masking)
- Applying primers, topcoats, and corrosion-resistant coatings in line with aerospace specifications
- Using both manual and automated spray systems
- Performing visual inspections and quality checks throughout the process
- Documenting all activities according to aviation standards and internal procedures
- Working closely with colleagues in surface treatment, plating, inspection, and assembly
What we need
What you’ll bring:
- Experience in industrial, automotive, or aerospace painting (new build or repair)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Familiarity with safety, environmental, and quality standards
- Ability to follow technical work instructions (in English or Dutch)
- A hands-on, collaborative, and proactive approach
What we offer
- Salary indication will be € 3300 - € 3800 gross a month (based on 40 hours) + ADV allowance + 2-shift allowance of 15,3 %
- Work on high-profile aircraft programs like the F-35, NH90, Apache
- A high-tech, international work environment with focus on innovation
- Opportunities to develop your skills in both new production and MRO
- A strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Competitive salary and attractive benefits, including:
- Shift allowance
- 27 vacation days + 13 ADV days (full-time)
- Travel allowance and pension plan
About the company
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Application process
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Getting to know you
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Introduction
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Interview or tour
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