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Paint Prepper & Polisher

Location: Nuneaton, Warwickshire
Salary: £27,812
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