Paint Shop Operatives

Employment Solutions Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing firm in Preston is seeking a reliable Paint Shop Operative for the day shift. The role involves preparing metal components for powder coating and maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Ideal for candidates with fabrication or production experience, this full-time position offers ongoing training and opportunities for career progression in a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

Secure, full-time position

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fabrication or production environment preferred.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to maintain health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sand metal parts and cabinets for powder coating.
• Operate Phoswash system and manage loading/unloading of sprayed items.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety, housekeeping, and product quality.

Skills

Experience in a fabrication or production environment

Practical work skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Hand tools

Phoswash system

Job description

Paint Shop Operative - Day Shift

A well-established manufacturing facility is seeking a reliable and motivated Paint Shop Operative to join its fabrication team on the day shift. This is a hands‑on role preparing metal components for powder coating, working to high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency across all fabrication and production stages.

Who This Job Would Suit

This role is ideal for someone with previous experience in a fabrication or production environment, who enjoys practical work and takes pride in delivering high‑quality results. It would also suit a trainee or semi‑skilled operative looking to build a long‑term career in manufacturing, with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and sand metal parts and cabinets for powder coating using hand tools
• Operate Phoswash system, ovens, and manage loading/unloading of sprayed items
• Mask, bung, and hang parts according to work schedules and job specifications
• Maintain high standards of health & safety, housekeeping, and product quality
• Contribute to team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

• Day shift hours: Monday‑Thursday 8:00am‑4:30pm, Friday finish at 1:00pm
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
• Supportive team culture with regular staff engagement
• Secure, full‑time position in a growing organisation
• Strong focus on health & safety in the workplace

Salary

Competitive – dependent on experience and qualifications

Contact Details

To apply or learn more, please contact the recruitment team:
Neil Davies – (phone number removed)
Email – (url removed)