Aerospace Paint Finisher – Precision Spray & QA

GKN; Filton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aerospace projects

Training & development

Modern manufacturing

Global aerospace company

Job summary

GKN Aerospace is recruiting Skilled Painters at their Filton facility to perform paint spraying, touch-up and finishing on high-value aerospace components. Join a world-class manufacturing environment focused on quality and precision.

Responsibilities include following engineering instructions, SAP transactions, and reporting non-conformances while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards. Baseline security clearance is required for successful applicants.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a paint-related discipline required.
• Minimum Level 3 NVQ in Paint Spraying/Paint Finishing or related discipline.
• Recognised paint spraying apprenticeship desirable.
• Manufacturing experience beneficial but not essential.
• Candidates from automotive/motor trade encouraged to apply.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Good communication skills and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Paint spraying and finishing of aerospace components.
• Paint touch-up and surface preparation activities.
• Cleaning and masking of components.
• Safe use of power tools, solvents, primers and coatings.
• Working to engineering instructions and SOPs.
• Ensuring components are produced right first time.
• Completing work transactions through SAP.
• Identifying and reporting non-conformances.
• Maintaining high housekeeping, quality and safety standards.
• Supporting continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Good communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in paint-related discipline

Performance of Level 3 NVQ in related paint disciplines

Job description

GKN Aerospace is recruiting Skilled Painters at their Filton facility to perform paint spraying, touch-up and finishing on high-value aerospace components. Join a world-class manufacturing environment focused on quality and precision.

Responsibilities include following engineering instructions, SAP transactions, and reporting non-conformances while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards. Baseline security clearance is required for successful applicants.