Automotive Paint Technician
£40,800 per annum + 15% Shift Allowance
Monday - Friday, weekly rotating shifts of 06:00 - 14:00 & 14:00 - 22:00
Commutable from Dagenham, Romford, Ilford, Stratford, Rainham, and Brentwood
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme - 5% matched contribution (employee pays 5% / employer pays 5%)
- Access to discounted shopping vouchers via Spectrum Life
- 24/7 confidential employee/friends/family assistance programme including face-to-face counselling; lifestyle & wellbeing coaching and advice services.
- In-house recognition scheme - including gift vouchers & family days out.
- Free On-site parking
- Opportunities for professional development (application process for Company sponsorship for training)
- Life Assurance - 4 x basic salary (on completion of 6 months service)
- Enhanced maternity & paternity scheme (3 months full pay maternity / 2 weeks full pay paternity)
We are looking for a skilled Automotive Paint Technician to join our clients Operations & Logistics team. This role requires expertise in painting and refinishing commercial parts using HVLP equipment to ensure compliance with industry, safety, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will exhibit a right-first-time attitude, prioritise quality, and demonstrate proactive teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare product surfaces for painting and communicate any concerns to the preparation department.
- Apply paint using "wet on wet" technique to achieve high-quality finishes.
- Mix and match paint according to specifications.
- Utilise spray guns proficiently for paint application.
- Maintain and ensure cleanliness of low-bake ovens.
- Assess product quality and ensure adherence to quality systems.
- Identify and rectify defects promptly, including the use of polishing tools.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and hygiene.
- Monitor stock levels and ensure compliance with COSHH regulations.
- Complete process documentation as required.
- Proactively identify and address potential issues.
- Comply with health and safety regulations.
- Escalate serious issues to management when necessary.
- Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the manager.
Key Skills:
- City & Guilds Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in automotive refinishing.
- Proficiency in paint application techniques.
- Accurate mixing and matching of paint colours.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and equipment.
- Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of safe work practices and proper PPE usage.
- Experience with ovens and drying techniques.
- Ability to interpret technical instructions.
- Understanding of health, safety processes, and quality conformance.
- Strong ability to prioritize workload and work under pressure.
- Positive attitude with a proactive approach to tasks.
If you possess the required skills and experience for this role, we invite you to apply and become part of a dynamic team. Please click apply or contact Stacey Weatherstone at Birmingham Industrial Hagley Court to find out more!