At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and spray high-quality finishes on a range of products.
- Company: Leading trade-only sign manufacturer in Leicester.
- Benefits: Permanent role, full-time hours, training opportunities, and supportive environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for long-term development in a dynamic manufacturing business.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and take pride in producing quality signage.
- Qualifications: Experience in wet paint spraying or similar manufacturing roles.
The predicted salary is between 14.4 - 17.6 £ per hour.
Location: Leicester
Salary: £15.00-£16.00 per hour
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
Benefits
- Permanent position
- Monday to Friday working hours
- Full-time employment
- Training and development opportunities
- Supportive working environment
- Opportunity to develop long-term within a growing manufacturing business
About the Company
Our client is a leading trade-only sign manufacturer, producing high-quality signage for customers across the UK. They are looking for a reliable and motivated Wet Paint Sprayer to join their production team.
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Wet Paint Sprayer to join a busy and growing manufacturing team in Leicester on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, spraying, and finishing a range of products to a high standard. This role would suit someone with previous wet spraying, painting, or manufacturing experience who takes pride in producing high-quality finishes.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, masking, and preparation.
- Apply wet paint using spray-painting equipment to achieve an even and high-quality finish.
- Mix and prepare paints and coatings in line with job specifications.
- Check finished products for colour, coverage, consistency, and overall quality.
- Identify and correct imperfections or defects where required.
- Follow job sheets, production instructions, and customer specifications.
- Safely handle and move components throughout the preparation and painting process.
- Maintain spray equipment and report any faults or issues.
- Keep the work area clean, organised, and safe.
- Follow all company health and safety procedures, including appropriate PPE requirements.
- Work efficiently to meet daily production targets and deadlines.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience in wet paint spraying, industrial painting, or a similar manufacturing environment.
- Good understanding of surface preparation and paint application.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality finishes.
- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards.
- Good understanding of workplace health and safety.
- Ability to follow instructions and production specifications accurately.
- Good organisational skills and a reliable approach to work.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A willingness to learn and develop within a permanent position.
Desirable Experience
- Experience using spray guns and other painting equipment.
- Experience with different types of paints, coatings, or finishes.
- Experience working with metal, aluminium, or manufactured components.
- Previous experience within fabrication, signage, engineering, or general manufacturing.
If you have experience in wet paint spraying or a related production environment and are looking for a stable, permanent position in Leicester, we would be keen to hear from you.
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