Automotive Paint And Body Lead Technician

We are currently recruiting for a Lead body paint specialist to work for a dynamic and ambitious high-performance engineering business, providing innovative, turn-key solutions across multiple industries. They specialize in integrating advanced processes and technologies into high-performance engineering and manufacturing.

About the Role

We are seeking a Body & Paint – Quality Project Lead to oversee the quality control of painted panels, ensuring they meet the highest standards throughout the production process. This role will involve managing painted panels across two sites, implementing best practices, minimizing rework costs, and driving process improvements. The successful candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Painted Panel Management
• Reduce programme spend on painted panel reworks and minimise paint-related losses.
• Resolve paint issues promptly to prevent delays in programme timing.
• Oversee daily management and movement of painted panels through the business.
• Ensure adequate protection of painted products and challenge poor practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for painted part management processes.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for prep, prime, and paint concerns, leading resolution efforts.
• Carry out shakedown vehicle preparation, including protective material application and removal.
• Undertake project-based work as required.
• Maintain high-quality assurance standards, ensuring best practices in paint protection and quality control.
• MPA (Manufacturing Process Audit) Support
• Coordinate and conduct painted part inspections, including regular travel.
• Perform internal build product audits and prepare MPA reports.
• Manage painted panel reworks externally if necessary.
• Handle communication with paint suppliers.
• Rework Management
• Conduct paint reworks at various stages of the manufacturing process to achieve right-first-time MPA results.
• Coordinate external repaint or rework processes.
• Minimise third-party rework costs by enhancing in-house capabilities.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS-Office applications and MS-SharePoint.
• Experience working in small, agile teams.
• Willingness to travel regularly for product audits.
• Ability to adapt processes based on evolving business needs.
• Hands-on experience in paint repairs to meet high vehicle quality standards.
• Own tools and equipment for paint repairs and reworks.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong influencing skills, fostering positive relationships within the team.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a high level of integrity and honesty.
• Direct communicator with a problem-solving mindset.
• Tenacious in meeting deadlines and delivering results.
• Attention to detail and strong record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to perform under time pressure.
• Flexible with working hours and willing to travel when required.
• Commitment to health and safety requirements.

Working Hours & Expectations:

• Core business hours: Start between 07:30 AM and 09:00 AM, completing contracted hours.
• Flexibility required for travel and occasional work outside standard hours.
• Onsite presence required during core hours to support operational activities.

How to Apply:

If you are a proactive professional with expertise in body and paint quality management, we would love to hear from you.