Job Description

Trainee Paint Maker/Warehouse Operative

Overview

As part of the Rabart Group, Bailey Paints is a small independent paint manufacturer, making paint in Stroud. We are looking to grow our own manufacturing capability, and the successful candidate will be working alongside - and learning from, experienced paint makers, some of whom have been making paint for over 30 years.

What are we looking for in a potential candidate:

Someone looking for a good long-term position. Eager to learn new skills. Enjoys working as part of a team.

Full training will be given but we view a successful candidate as requiring to be/have:

Physically fit. The role involves manual handling and some heavy lifting (up to 25 Kg). Able to read and understand a paint formulation (like a cooking recipe) and have basic maths ability. Cares about the quality of the work they do. Who understands the importance of keeping their work area, clean, tidy and safe. Has a full driving license and ideally some experience of delivery driving in a van (Ford Transit or similar).

Extra consideration will be given to someone who:

Has some experience of working in a manufacturing environment (factory). Has some related or similar skillsets - e.g. building/DIY, engineering (e.g. repairing/maintaining vehicles). Has a forklift license or experience of using a forklift. Basic IT skills.

Job Role:

Primary Responsibilities:

Manufacture of industrial and decorative paints in bulk. Small order paint making using computerised and manual tinting machines. Packing and dispatching (online order fulfilment).

Secondary Responsibilities:

Goods In - receiving incoming goods and stock. Relief driving as required (delivering to customers and inter branch transfers), - van up to 3.5 mt. Building and equipment maintenance as required. This and list of responsibilities is not intended to be exclusive, and you will, as and when required, be asked to assist others or perform duties which the company believes you are capable of.

Interview

:

First stage to be held online via Indeed, final stage to be held in person at our manufacturing site in Thrupp, Stroud.

The in-person interview will also involve a practical test of making a tin of paint. This will test your ability to read and follow a set of instructions. Your interview will also test your ability to differentiate between shades of the same colour.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.24 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: StroudTraineePMaker.May2025