Production Operative

Paint Shop Apprentice

Monday-Friday 08:00-16:30

Wellingborough

We are working with a leading engineering and automotive manufacturing company specialising in high-performance carbon fibre components for the luxury automotive and Formula 1 sectors. With over 40 years of industry experience and a strong reputation for innovation and quality, the company operates to the highest manufacturing standards.

Due to continued growth and expansion across multiple sites, they are now looking for motivated individuals to join their team through a Paint Apprenticeship programme.

This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career within the industry while gaining a recognised Engineering Operative Level 2 qualification.

• Monday to Friday
• 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Apprenticeship duration: 18-24 months
• On-site training support provided every couple of weeks by the apprenticeship provider

The company offers an excellent benefits package including:

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• Employee rewards platform with discounts on retail stores, cinema tickets, restaurants, and 50% off PureGym memberships

You will learn specialist paint and finishing techniques as part of the manufacturing process, ensuring all work meets strict quality standards.

This apprenticeship role will provide hands-on experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment while working towards a recognised qualification and company approval standards.

• Using the correct materials and tools safely and effectively
• Inspecting finished parts for defects before progressing through production
• Following hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal procedures
• Working to detailed instructions and quality standards
• Learning paint preparation and finishing processes
• Completing quality checks on finished components
• Producing high-quality parts within set timeframes
• Meeting customer and production requirements
• Adhering to PPE and health & safety requirements
• Maintaining a clean and organised working environment

• Spray painting techniques and troubleshooting paint defects
• Flatting, polishing, and rectification processes
• Preparation of raw parts for primer application
• Preparation of primer surfaces for topcoat application
• Safe use of paint and finishing equipment
• Removing imperfections from paint finishes
• Carbon fibre preparation for visual and coloured finishes
• Surface correction and panel preparation techniques
• Use of fillers for pinholes and voids
• Masking and cleaning procedures for spraying

• Strong attention to detail
• Basic understanding of tools and practical work
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Good teamwork skills
• Practical and hands-on approach to work
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

If you are interested in this position please send your CV to (url removed)

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Thanks for your application. Due to the high level of responses we are currently receiving, whilst we endeavour to contact everyone, sometimes we are unable to. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of making your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.