Paint Sprayer

Job Title: Paint Sprayer
Location: Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Job Type: Full-time permanent
Salary: £33,620 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 £121.19

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
  Email address: (url removed)
  Telephone number: (phone number removed)