Paint Sprayer

CNC Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Paint Sprayer (Night Shift) to join our client in Yeovil.

Location: Yeovil
Salary: £22.26 per hour + performance-based incentives

Overtime Rates:

• Over 40.5 hours/week: +33% of basic hourly rate
• Weekend rota (Saturday/Sunday): +50% of basic hourly rate

Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 10:00pm – 6:00am (includes 10-minute and 20-minute paid breaks)

Responsibilities:

1. Surface Preparation & Application

• Prepare components (cleaning, degreasing, sanding, masking, pre-treatment)
• Apply coatings using spray equipment to achieve high-quality finishes
• Ensure correct paint mixing, viscosity, and application techniques

2. Technical & Quality Compliance

• Interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Monitor coating thickness, finish quality, and curing processes
• Conduct in-process and final inspections
• Identify and report defects or non-conformances

3. Equipment & Tools

• Operate and maintain spray guns, compressors, and equipment
• Use hand and power tools for preparation and finishing
• Ensure equipment is correctly maintained and calibrated

4. Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Follow all health & safety regulations (including COSHH and PPE)
• Maintain a clean, organised workspace
• Adhere to environmental and hazardous material procedures

5. Documentation & Communication

• Complete production records accurately
• Report issues, delays, or quality concerns promptly
• Communicate effectively with team members and departments

6. Additional Responsibilities

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with aerospace and internal quality standards
• Work independently on night shifts to meet production deadlines
• Support investigation and resolution of quality issues (including root cause analysis)

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
• Highly organised and methodical
• Adaptable and able to work under pressure
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Strong problem-solving skills

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Relevant spray painting experience (aerospace, automotive, or similar high-precision industry)

Desirable:

• Vocational qualification in painting/coating (e.g. NVQ or equivalent)

Personal Qualities

Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality

Professional and proactive attitude

Continuous improvement mindset

Willingness to support wider production needs

Well-organised and detail-conscious