Paint Prep Team Leader

Apex Resource Management Ltd; Daventry; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

Apex Resource Management Ltd is recruiting for a Paint Prep Team Leader near Daventry to head a skilled preparation crew in a low-volume, high-quality automotive environment.

You will lead from the front, coordinating build kits, driving performance, ensuring paint readiness and maintaining safety, quality and 5S standards with day-shift hours and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Leader, Paint Prep Supervisor, or Lead Prep Technician.
• Strong hands-on experience preparing vehicles to a high cosmetic standard.
• Background in automotive manufacturing, prestige vehicles, or bodyshop environments.
• Experience coordinating workloads, parts, materials and production schedules.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team while remaining hands-on.

Responsibilities

• Lead Vehicle Preparation - Coordinate vehicle components and preparation activities to ensure vehicles are paint-ready on time and to standard.
• Manage Build Kits - Ensure all vehicle kits are complete, organised and aligned to the production schedule.
• Drive Daily Performance - Lead daily team meetings, setting priorities and keeping production on track.
• Coordinate Across Departments - Work closely with Body and Paint teams to maintain workflow and resolve issues quickly.
• Champion Quality - Carry out vehicle buy-off inspections and take ownership of preparation quality standards.
• Lead from the Front - Provide hands-on technical leadership, coaching the team and setting high standards.
• Resolve Production Challenges - Identify and escalation shortages, quality concerns and delivery risks before they impact output.
• Deliver Production Targets - Set clear objectives and support the team to achieve daily and weekly build requirements.
• Promote Safety & Excellence - Maintain 5S, Health & Safety, PPE, COSHH and environmental compliance standards.
• Plan & Organise Resources - Support build schedules through effective planning, communication and resource management.
• Maintain Control & Traceability - Keep accurate records of parts, consumables, quality checks and vehicle sign-off activities.

Skills

Leadership

Hands-on leadership

Production planning

Quality control

Safety compliance

Team motivation

Job description

Take The Lead as a Paint Prep Team Leader

Location: Near Daventry

Are you an experienced Paint Prep Team Leader, Paint Prep Supervisor or Senior Paint Prep Technician looking for your next challenge?

This is a rare opportunity to join a globally renowned luxury automotive brand, recognised for producing some of the world's most iconic bespoke vehicles. Combining traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge engineering, the business has built an outstanding reputation for quality, precision and innovation.

Working within a low-volume, high-quality automotive manufacturing environment, you will lead a skilled preparation team responsible for ensuring vehicle bodies and components are delivered to paint on time and to exacting standards. This is a hands‑on leadership role where your technical expertise, organisation and ability to motivate others will directly contribute to the successful delivery of exceptional vehicles.

Why Join?

• Craftsmanship Meets Innovation: Be part of a company that combines timeless designs with modern engineering excellence.
• Prestigious Projects: Work on iconic, high‑value vehicles that set the standard in automotive luxury.
• Supportive Culture: Experience an inclusive team environment in a bright, modern facility.
• Desirable Hours: Day Shift: Monday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 4:30 PM), Friday (7:00 AM - 12:45 PM). Overtime opportunities available.
• Competitive Pay: IRO £50,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities of the Paint Prep Team Leader:

• Lead Vehicle Preparation - Coordinate vehicle components and preparation activities to ensure vehicles are paint‑ready on time and to standard.
• Manage Build Kits - Ensure all vehicle kits are complete, organised and aligned to the production schedule.
• Drive Daily Performance - Lead daily team meetings, setting priorities and keeping production on track.
• Coordinate Across Departments - Work closely with Body and Paint teams to maintain workflow and resolve issues quickly.
• Champion Quality - Carry out vehicle buy‑off inspections and take ownership of preparation quality standards.
• Lead from the Front - Provide hands‑on technical leadership, coaching the team and setting high standards.
• Resolve Production Challenges - Identify and escalation shortages, quality concerns and delivery risks before they impact output.
• Deliver Production Targets - Set clear objectives and support the team to achieve daily and weekly build requirements.
• Promote Safety & Excellence - Maintain 5S, Health & Safety, PPE, COSHH and environmental compliance standards.
• Plan & Organise Resources - Support build schedules through effective planning, communication and resource management.
• Maintain Control & Traceability - Keep accurate records of parts, consumables, quality checks and vehicle sign‑off activities.

The Ideal Paint Prep Team Leader:

• Previous experience as a Leader, Paint Prep Supervisor, or Lead Prep Technician.
• Strong hands‑on experience preparing vehicles to a high cosmetic standard.
• Background within automotive manufacturing, vehicle restoration, prestige vehicles, coachbuilding or Bodyshop environments.
• Experience coordinating workloads, parts, materials and production schedules.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team while remaining hands‑on.