Paint Technician in Mamhilad

Paint Technician Dagenham

Details

• Contract- Inside IR35, running until the end of the year. Potential extensions beyond.
• Rates: £32.76 - 36.04 p/h (UMB)
• PAYE rates also available.
• Shift: Early and late rotating weekly (Mon Fri, 6 00 & Mon Thurs 14 00)
• Overtime available

Role Overview

On behalf of our client, an Automotive manufacturer we are currently recruiting a number of contract Paint Sprayers & Polishers to join their team in Dagenham. The Paint Sprayer role sits within the Operations & Logistics team and has primary responsibility for the painting and refinishing of commercial automotive parts using HVLP equipment.

Key Activities

• Applying wet on wet and producing parts to the highest standard meeting all conformity requirements.
• Mix and match paint according to specifications, ensuring no surfacing issues.
• Apply paint to surfaces utilising your expertise on the spray guns.
• Be proficient in using low-bake ovens and responsible for their upkeep and cleanliness.
• Take responsibility for assessing the quality of products produced within your area through management of and compliance with quality systems.
• Identify issues with under or over-prepped parts.
• Identifying and fixing defects in a timely and proficient manner. This may include the application and use of polishing tools.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping and hygiene are always maintained.
• Ensure the effective supply and movement of parts/products to and from the section, monitoring stock levels and COSHH adherence.
• To complete any process documentation as required in line with the build instructions.
• Proactively identify potential roadblocks, working to present solutions to overcome them and working with your team to prevent recurrence and implement permanent preventative actions.
• Complying with health and safety regulations in your area at all times.
• Support the escalation of any serious issues to the appropriate level of management as required.

Skills & Experience

• Uphold an upbeat can do attitude, have a proactive and positive approach, with a desire to succeed both personally and for the business.
• Qualified in City & Guilds Level 3 or IMI refinishing automotive industry or be time served with demonstrable exposure to an environment with a similar product finish.
• Good knowledge of paint application techniques.
• Ability to mix and match different paint colours accurately.
• Ability to work with a variety of tools and equipment.
• Experience with safe work practices including the use of proper PPE.
• Experience of ovens use and other drying techniques, including curing temperatures and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, as required.
• A good understanding of health, safety processes and fire awareness is essential.
• A good understanding of quality conformance requirements and continuous improvement.
• Be able to work under pressure and prioritise own workload as required.