Job Description

Company Overview

Surrey Wood Products specializes in creating high-quality, handcrafted wooden products. Committed to craftsmanship and sustainability, we source local timber through a network of tree surgeons and foresters to deliver exceptional products that meet our customers' needs.

Spray Painter Overview

The Spray Painter is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing surfaces using various spray systems to achieve high-quality, durable finishes. This role involves surface preparation, mixing and matching coatings, applying finishes accurately, and maintaining equipment while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces

by sanding, filling, masking, cleaning, and priming to ensure optimal finish quality.

Mix, match, and thin paints, lacquers, stains, and coatings

according to specifications.

Operate spray equipment

including HVLP, air-assisted, airless, 2-pack systems, and other finishing tools.

Apply coatings

to timber, metal, plastic, or composite surfaces depending on project requirements.

Inspect finished work

for colour accuracy, smoothness, coverage, and overall quality.

Perform touch-ups and rework

where necessary to meet quality standards.

Maintain spray booths, guns, filters, compressors, and related equipment

, ensuring proper cleaning and safe operation.

Monitor drying and curing times

and handle products carefully to prevent damage.

Follow all safety procedures

including PPE use, correct chemical handling, and ventilation requirements.

Work closely with workshop teams

to meet production timelines and ensure consistent finish quality.

Skills and Qualifications

Proven experience as a spray painter or finisher (e.g., furniture, joinery, manufacturing, automotive, industrial). Strong understanding of spray application techniques and finishing processes. Knowledge of paint/coating types such as lacquers, 2-pack, polyurethane, acrylic, stains, primers, and sealers. Ability to achieve consistent finish quality and colour matching. Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.

Desirable:

Experience in wood finishing, automotive refinishing, or industrial coatings. Familiarity with sanding equipment, polishing, and surface correction techniques.

Personal Attributes

High standards of craftsmanship and pride in work. Reliable, organised, and able to work to deadlines. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Positive attitude and willingness to learn new techniques.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 1.00-2.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person