Paint Prepper & Polisher
Location: Nuneaton, Warwickshire
Salary: Up To £31,000
Hours: Full Time | Double day shifts (Earlies 6am-14:30, Lates 14:15-22:45 Monday to Thursday, 6am-11am & 10:45 – 15:45 Fridays)
Our client is looking for a Paint Prepper & Polisher to join their team!
Paint Prepper and Polisher preferably experience within an aerospace/automotive/manufacturing environment particularly with carbon fibre parts. Operations include surface preparation, masking and mounting components prior to paint.
Key Responsibilities of a Paint Prepper & Polisher:

• Comprehend and execute the preparation processes necessary to meet high-quality paint standards.
  
• Perform accurate masking and component preparation prior to painting.
  
• Apply expertise in preparing and working with carbon fibre components to deliver excellent finishes.
  
• Conduct thorough quality checks on completed parts to ensure adherence to standards.
  
• Handle and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials following all safety protocols.
  
• Produce high-quality parts that meet specified customer requirements.
  
• Follow detailed work instructions and maintain consistency in finishing tasks.
  
• Polish gloss-finished components to a high-quality standard.
  Key Skills of a Paint Prepper & Polisher:
  
• Experience with carbon fibre prepping and polishing is highly preferred.
  
• Proficient in preparing raw parts for primer and smoothing primer surfaces for topcoat applications.
  
• Skilled in rectifying shape issues to achieve a smooth, flat surface.
  
• Competent in using fillers to address pinholes and surface imperfections.
  
• Proven experience working in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
  
• Knowledge of the automotive, aerospace, or motorsport industries.
  
• Strong ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
  
• Able to follow both verbal and written instructions accurately.
  
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  
• Highly detail-oriented with a commitment to producing quality results.
  
• Excellent communication skills for clear, effective team collaboration.
  First Base Employment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent service to both clients and candidates across the Commercial, Industrial, and Engineering sectors