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Workplace Experience Coordinator

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

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