Paint Sprayer

Paint Sprayer

Salary: £43,500 per annum (including 22.6% shift uplift)
Location: Near Uxbridge
Hours: Double Days – 6:00am–2:00pm / 2:00pm–10:00pm (alternating weekly)
Job Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

We're recruiting for an experienced Paint Sprayer to join a specialist aerospace manufacturer producing safety-critical components used across the defence and aviation sectors.

Working within a modern finishing department, you'll be responsible for preparing, masking, spraying and inspecting high-value engineering components to exacting specifications. This is a role where attention to detail is everything, with your work directly contributing to products that perform in some of the world's most demanding environments.

What's in it for you?

• £43,500 annual salary including shift uplift
• Double day shift pattern (6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 9% non-contributory pension scheme
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Assurance
• Subsidised canteen
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Additional holiday purchase scheme

The Role

As a Paint Sprayer, you'll be responsible for:

• Preparing and cleaning component surfaces prior to painting
• Applying primers, topcoats, gloss, matt, lacquer and specialist coatings using spray equipment
• Setting and operating curing ovens to specified temperatures and durations
• Masking components using tapes, plugs and bungs to engineering drawings
• Unmasking finished components and carrying out touch-up work where required
• Inspecting finished surfaces for quality, coverage and defects
• Measuring paint thickness and gloss levels to specification
• Maintaining spray equipment and paint booths
• Carrying out stock checks and maintaining consumable levels
• Following COSHH, H&S and quality procedures at all times
• Supporting continuous improvement and 5S activities within the department

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in industrial, aerospace, automotive or manufacturing paint spraying
• Strong surface preparation and finishing experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Understanding of paint application processes and quality standards
• Knowledge of COSHH and safe handling of paints and chemicals
• Good attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
• Comfortable working alternating shift patterns
• Experience using hand tools and measuring equipment

To apply, hit the apply button and one of the team will be in touch with further information.

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