Paint Prepper

Netbox Recruitment Limited; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency based in Maidstone seeks a skilled Paint Prepper for their production team. This hands-on role focuses on preparing components for wet painting, requiring strong attention to detail and previous metal work experience. The successful candidate will operate shot blast equipment and adhere to health & safety regulations. Competitive salary with potential overtime is offered.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team culture

Immediate interviews

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with metal.
• Strong understanding of health & safety practices.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fabricated parts for wet painting.
• Operate shot blast equipment for surface finishing.
• Ensure cleanliness of components before painting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Teamwork

Communication skills

Tools

Power tools

Shot blast equipment

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Paint Prepper - Metal Work
Location: Rural Maidstone - ME15
Hours: Monday to Friday 39 hour week + weekly overtime available
Salary: OTE £36-42,000 (Basic salaries £25,360 - £31,433 + Overtime @ 15 hours per week)

Join Our Team and Help Shape the Future of Industrial Coatings

We are looking for a skilled Paint Prepper to join our production team. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role ideal for individuals with strong attention to detail and previous experience in metal work and preparing components for wet painting.

Key Responsibilities of a paint prepper - shot blaster:

• Prepare fabricated parts for wet painting using techniques including shot blasting, sanding, filling, fettling, drilling, sealing, cleaning, degreasing, and masking.
• Operate shot blast equipment to deliver a high-quality surface finish.
• Handle and prepare components through blast processes and ensure cleanliness prior to painting.
• Use power tools to grind, sand, and drill according to internal quality standards.
• Mask threads and bores to protect from damage during blasting and painting.
• Perform preventative maintenance and daily cleaning of shot blast equipment.
• Ensure safe, damage-free handling, hanging, and packaging of components.
• Adhere to health & safety and environmental regulations.

Essential Requirements of a paint prepper - shot blaster:

• Previous experience with working with Metal
• Ability to work to high-quality standards with good hand-eye coordination.
• Strong understanding of health & safety practices in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Comfortable performing physically demanding tasks including lifting and prolonged standing.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach to work.

What We Offer to a paint prepper -
Opportunity to work within a well-established and supportive team.
Ongoing training and development, including wider paint preparation skills.
A company culture built around respect, teamwork, and recognition.

Ready to Apply?
If you have paint base3dc experience or Metal work exposure and are ready to take on a rewarding role in a dynamic production environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now! Immediate interviews