Job Description

-Painter/Sprayer

Department:

Production

Location:

Columbus Way, Andover

Reports to:

Production Co-ordinator

Overview:

Founded in 1985, Andover Trailers Limited has become a leader in the field of specialist body and trailer manufacturing. We are renowned for our unrivalled engineering standards and the highest quality materials, ensuring our products offer an unmatched combination of strength, durability, and operational ease. Each trailer and body leaving our facility is a testament to our commitment to "Better by Design," tailored to meet the precise needs of our customers now and in the future.

Role Purpose:

To carry out painting and spraying duties on trailers and associated components to the required standard, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and efficiency in the paint shop.

Health & Safety Compliance

Always follow company Health & Safety procedures and wear the required PPE

Ensure that painting tasks are conducted in a safe and controlled manner, including use of extraction systems and safe handling of chemicals

Work safely and complete site-specific risk assessments prior to starting work

Paint Preparation & Application

Mix paint accurately according to manufacturer instructions and job specifications

Apply primer and top coat using spray equipment to a high standard

Material Management

Ensure all paint and materials are correctly labelled, stored, and returned to their designated places after use

Check and confirm that required paint is available at least one day prior to scheduled use

Monitor stock levels of paint and consumables and inform the relevant person when reordering is required

Equipment & Maintenance

Change extraction filters as scheduled or when required

Ensure tools and spray equipment are cleaned and maintained in good working condition

Report any faults or breakdowns immediately.

Housekeeping & Organisation

Keep the work area clean and tidy throughout the shift

Dispose of waste materials safely and in accordance with environmental guidelines

Breaks

Standard break times do not apply. Painters are expected to take their breaks during drying times after primer and top coat applications

Essential Skills & Requirements

Experience in industrial or automotive painting/spraying preferred

Basic understanding of Health & Safety regulations and COSHH

Good attention to detail and ability to work to quality standards

Ability to manage time effectively and work without direct supervision

Physically fit and capable of working in a standing role for extended periods

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate or salary (based on experience)

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

2/3 days gifted by the Company for Christmas/New Year

Early Friday finish time of 3.00pm, for all employees

No company sick pay (Statutory Sick Pay only)

Quarterly Bonus Scheme- In Place for hourly paid Production/Workshop employees

Free on-site Parking

Good location, close to food outlets, green space & parks

Company team events

Life Assurance Scheme

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Pay:

from 12.50 upwards to 15.00 per hours dependent on experience

Overtime available

Quarterly bonus if applicable

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,350.00-30,420.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Penton Mewsey SP10 5NP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

industrial or automotive painting/spraying preferred: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person