Coatings Technician

IntaPeople Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Cardiff seeks a Technician to join their production team. You will prepare components and operate semi-automated equipment to ensure high-quality finishes. Candidates should have an engineering background and experience with machinery operation. The role offers a chance to develop skills in a forward-thinking environment and contribute directly to quality and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Training and development in manufacturing

Qualifications

• Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate machinery with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in inspection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts according to engineering instructions.
• Operate machinery for surface treatments.
• Conduct quality inspections before and after treatment.
• Carry out maintenance and report equipment issues.
• Complete production documentation accurately.

Skills

Engineering or technical background

Expertise in operating semi-automated machinery

Reading engineering drawings

Using measurement tools

Detail-oriented

Job description

Are you a hands-on technician with a strong eye for detail and experience operating semi-automated equipment in an engineering or manufacturing environment? We’re working with a well-established manufacturer in Cardiff to help them expand their production team with a new Technician.

This is a key role on the shop floor, responsible for preparing and treating components using advanced coatings techniques. You’ll follow precise instructions to ensure high-quality finishes are achieved, while maintaining equipment, monitoring quality, and supporting a culture of safety and accuracy.

Key responsibilities:

• Preparing parts in line with detailed engineering instructions and process plans
• Operating specialised machinery to apply surface treatments to complex components
• Conducting inspections before and after treatment to verify quality and accuracy
• Carrying out basic maintenance and reporting equipment issues
• Completing all necessary production and quality documentation
• Monitoring process controls and making adjustments when needed
• Supporting continuous improvement and contributing to team goals
• Maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised work area

What we’re looking for:

• An engineering or technical background, ideally as a craftsperson or machinist
• Comfortable operating semi-automated machinery in a production setting
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Experienced in using measurement tools and inspection techniques
• Familiar with working under a quality and safety management system
• Detail-oriented and committed to delivering consistent, high-quality results
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work to targets and minimal supervision
  

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where your technical skills and attention to detail will directly impact quality and customer satisfaction. You’ll work with skilled engineers and benefit from training and development in a highly specialised area of manufacturing.

If it sounds like an ideal opportunity for you, apply for immediate consideration.