to join our precision manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and painting components to meet strict technical and quality requirements. This role involves working with specialist water-based paints and epoxy primers, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with traceability and quality standards. It is an excellent opportunity for an individual who takes pride in producing high-quality finishes within a professional and quality-driven environment.
Duties
Apply
water-based specialist paints
and
epoxy primers
to components to a consistently high standard.
Read, interpret, and work accurately from
technical data sheets
and specifications.
Operate and maintain
spray-painting equipment
and related tools, ensuring all equipment remains in good working condition.
Carry out
component masking and surface preparation
prior to painting.
Maintain full
batch control and traceability
records for all painted components to meet audit requirements.
Manage workloads effectively, meeting deadlines and responding to
time-critical production needs
.
Perform
job booking, tracking, and completion
within the company's management systems.
Support logistics and workflow processes to ensure the smooth operation of the paint department.
Work in full compliance with company
Health & Safety policies
and quality management systems.
Participate in
continuous improvement activities
to enhance paint processes and efficiency.
Experience and Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to
paint to a high-quality standard
.
Experience within an
aerospace or precision manufacturing environment
is preferred but not essential.
GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent)
in English and Maths.
Experience in
masking
within a paint or metal finishing environment is advantageous.
Strong
communication and interpersonal skills
with the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Attention to detail and a commitment to quality and consistency.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be
detail-oriented, conscientious, and quality-focused
, with strong practical skills and the ability to manage their workload effectively. They will take pride in delivering high-quality finishes, work well under pressure, and contribute positively to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.