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General Information

Name
Painter - Automated Systems
Ref #
14847
Posting Date
Friday, June 12, 2026
Country
United States
Region
North Carolina
City
Kernersville (NC)
Business Unit (BU)
NPS
Type of Employment
Permanent/Regular
Desired Starting Date
29-06-2026
Work Schedule
Full time
Remote Work
In office
Job
P - PRODUCTION & OPERATIONS

Description

Description

NO WAITING PERIOD ON BENEFITS - COMPETITIVE PAY AND TOTAL COMP 


Join our outstanding fabrication team in Orano’s state-of-the-art Kernersville facility!  Embark on a career in supplying the nuclear industry with specialized products proudly made here in the heart of North Carolina!

Orano is seeking a Painter Automated Systems for our Kernersville, NC facility.

Under moderate supervision, this position will be responsible for operating and driving improvements of automated coating system in our Kernersville, NC facility. The qualified candidate will have the experience, background and knowledge to work with the manufacturer on customizations as needed.


MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Commit to safety and health procedures.
  • Programming of automated systems.
  • Follow all Orano/TNF standards, SOPs, procedures, and verbal instructions
  • Perform rigging, either by assisting or leading the task, to transport parts throughout the facility.
  • Operate automated coating system.
  • Abrasively blast product in fabrication phases or as final assemblies.
  • Paint finished product.
  • Follow shop travelers with minimal supervision.
  • Work flexible hours and shifts, as required, to ensure timely service.
  • Grind welds, blend parts, remove burrs, wire brush parts, steel stamp parts, clean parts with solvent or steam, wrap parts with plastic and/or tarps for shipment, and help load parts as required.
  • Straighten assemblies, as required, throughout various stages of fabrication.
  • Operate various saws and other equipment as required.
  • Assist maintenance and other shop or office personnel in moving of handling materials, parts, equipment, furniture, or other items as required.





Requirements

All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position.

  • High school diploma or its equivalent plus minimum two years of related experience.
  • Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures pertaining to position.
  • Must possess mechanical aptitude.
  • May be required to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop, and remain standing for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
  • Must possess basic computer skills.
  • Due to the variety of tasks, a thorough knowledge of the painting techniques, materials, tools and equipment is required.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
  • 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
  • Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
  • Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
  • Numerous Training and Development opportunities
  • and more…

Orano Group

Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets.

Orano’s activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN ; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies ; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers ; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy ; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services.

In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212. 
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.