Job Title: Paint Sprayer
Location: Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Job Type: Full-time permanent
Salary: £32,250k per annum
Hours: Week 1 Monday to Thursday 06:00-14:30 Friday 06:00-12:00
Week 2 Monday to Thursday 14:30-23:00 Friday 12:00-18:00
Weekly Shift Payment of £116.25
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Spray Painter to join our team, responsible for the preparation and application of 1K and 2K paints using various spraying techniques. The role requires experience in air-fed systems and electrostatic spray painting, ensuring high-quality finishes on a range of surfaces while maintaining strict safety and environmental standards.
Benefits:
- Thwaites Pension - company contributes 6, 9 or 12%.
- Death in service.
- Private Health insurance.
- Profit related bonus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming as required.
- Mix and apply 1K (single-component) and 2K (two-component) paints, ensuring correct ratios and curing times.
- Operate air-fed spray guns and electrostatic spray equipment for efficient and even coatings.
- Ensure proper use of PPE, including air-fed masks, to maintain safety in spray booths and work areas.
- Maintain and clean all painting tools, spray guns, and equipment to prevent contamination and ensure longevity.
- Inspect finished surfaces for quality control, ensuring smooth, even application and defect-free finishes.
- Work with production schedules to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Adhere to health and safety regulations, including correct disposal of hazardous materials and compliance with COSHH regulations.
- Identify and report defects, ensuring corrective actions are taken to maintain high standards.
- Work collaboratively with team members to improve processes and efficiency.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Spray Painter in an industrial, automotive, aerospace, or manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of 1K and 2K paint systems, including preparation, application, and curing processes.
- Experience with air-fed spray guns and electrostatic painting techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and paint specifications.
- Understanding of health and safety regulations, including PPE requirements and COSHH compliance.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team under tight deadlines.
- Willingness to undertake further training and development as required.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in powder coating or other specialist paint applications.
- Knowledge of paint thickness measurement and quality control techniques.
- Forklift or overhead crane certification (if applicable).
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunities for training and career progression.
- PPE and necessary equipment provided.
- Overtime opportunities available.
If you have the experience and skills required for this role, we would love to hear from you! Apply today.
Contact Name: Adam Jackson
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