Hand Paint Sprayers

Simon Acres Group; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A kitchen manufacturing company in South Yorkshire is seeking a Hand Paint Sprayer to apply high-quality finishes on kitchen components. You will ensure adherence to strict quality standards and maintain a tidy work environment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years in spraying, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to health and safety. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for overtime and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £35,000 p.a.

Overtime opportunities

Training and development

Pension scheme

Friendly team culture

Modern spray facilities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in furniture or kitchen spraying (ideally 2+ years).
• Experience with different paint systems: pigmented, water-based, 2-pack lacquer.
• Strong commitment to health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timber/MDF/furniture components for spraying.
• Mix and apply primers, topcoats, and lacquers.
• Inspect work post-spray and correct defects.

Skills

Furniture or kitchen spraying experience

Attention to detail

Understanding of spray preparation

Good communication skills

Physical stamina

Job description

Hand Paint Sprayer – Kitchen Manufacturing

Location

South Yorkshire (Manufacturing Facility / Spray Shop)

Salary

£35,000 per annum

Employment Type

Full-time, Permanent

About Us

Our client is a leading kitchen manufacturing company committed to delivering premium-quality painted kitchens. Their workshop is a hub of craftsmanship and efficiency, with a strong focus on detail and finish. Our client prides themselves on using skilled sprayers to achieve the highest standard of finish on every door and component.

Role Overview

As a Hand Paint Sprayer, you will work in the spray booth applying high-quality finishes (including pigmented, solvent & two-pack paints) to kitchen doors, panels, and components. You’ll be part of a dedicated finishing team, ensuring that every piece meets our strict quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare timber / MDF / furniture components for spraying (sanding, masking, cleaning)
• Mix and apply primers, topcoats, and lacquers using hand spray equipment
• Maintain consistency of colour, sheen, and coverage on all sprayed components
• Inspect work post-spray; identify and correct any defects (runs, dust, etc.)
• Clean and maintain spray guns, booth filters, and other equipment
• Keep the spray area tidy; follow 5S / housekeeping practices
• Record production and quality data (paint usage, rejects, rework)
• Observe all health and safety procedures, especially regarding handling of paint, solvents, and PPE
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives around finish quality, throughput, and efficiency

Person Specification / Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in furniture or kitchen spraying / hand spraying (ideally 2+ years)
• Experience with different paint systems: pigmented paints, water-based coatings, 2-pack lacquer
• Excellent attention to detail — a good eye for finish, surface quality, and consistency
• Good understanding of spray preparation: sanding, masking, cleaning, reworking rejects
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a finishing team
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn new techniques
• Physical stamina — able to handle manual work, lift components, spend time on your feet
• Strong commitment to health & safety: use of PPE, correct storage of paints, cleaning / disposal of waste
• Flexible approach to overtime when production requires it

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 p.a. DOE
• Overtime opportunities
• Training and development – Our client invests in their finishing team to improve skills and techniques
• Pension scheme
• Friendly, skilled team culture
• Modern spray facilities / well-equipped workshop

Working Hours

Monday to Friday with flexible shift patterns

Overtime may be available, particularly during busy periods

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining :

• Your experience in hand-spray finishing (kitchens, furniture, or similar)
• Which paint systems you've worked with (water-based, 2-pack, etc.)

Why you want to apply for this job

Simon Acres Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy