Industrial Paint Sprayer
Help Paint Components That Save Lives
We are seeking an experienced Finishing Operative / Paint Sprayer to join a highly skilled manufacturing team in the defence sector. Working within a state-of-the-art finishing facility, you will play a key role in preparing and applying specialist coatings to precision-engineered aerospace components that form part of life-saving safety systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for a paint sprayer with manufacturing or engineering experience who takes pride in producing high-quality finishes and working to exacting specifications.
The Role
As a Finishing Operative, you will be responsible for the preparation, spraying and inspection of a variety of components, ensuring all work meets strict quality and technical standards.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and clean component surfaces prior to painting.
Apply a range of finishes including primers, gloss, matt, topcoats, lacquers, Trimagard and dry film lubricants using hand spray equipment.
Ensure coatings are applied in accordance with engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Set and operate curing ovens to specified temperatures and cycle times.
Maintain paint batch traceability and production records.
Mask and protect components using tapes, plugs and bungs to drawing requirements.
Remove masking materials following the painting process and carry out touch-up activities where required.
Inspect finished components using visual and measurement techniques.
Measure coating thickness and gloss levels to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures relating to paint application and hazardous substances.
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience
Proven experience in industrial paint spraying and surface preparation.
Experience applying coatings within a manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, defence or engineering environment.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Good understanding of health & safety requirements and COSHH regulations.
High attention to detail with a commitment to quality standards.
Experience working within a production or manufacturing environment.
Desirable
Experience working within aerospace or other highly regulated industries.
Knowledge of coating inspection techniques and paint thickness measurement.
What's In It For You?
22.5% shift allowance
9% non-contributory pension scheme
4x salary life assurance
Healthcare Cash Plan
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Option to purchase additional annual leave
Personalised training and development programme
Cycle to Work scheme
Workplace Nursery Benefit
Subsidised canteen
Employee discounts platform
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Paint Sprayer, Finishing Technician or Surface Finishing Operative looking to join a world-class engineering business where quality truly matters, please apply.
Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.
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