Paint Sprayer

Randstad Inhouse Services; Larne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and training

Uniform and PPE provided

Accrued paid holidays

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Free on-site car parking

Subsidized on-site canteen

Job summary

Caterpillar at Larne is hiring a Paint Specialist to join the manufacturing team. You will prepare substrates, apply primers and topcoats using 2K systems, and ensure flawless finishes on container units and machinery.

The role requires experience with wet paint, surface repairs, and strict quality control, with day/night shifts and overtime. Training and PPE are provided at the site.

Qualifications

• Proven industrial wet paint experience with 2K systems.
• Competent in wet paint application, surface repairs and defect rectification.
• Capable of following technical instructions and basic math.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Prepare substrates with power tools to strict specs.
• Clean, degrease and prep surfaces for paint.
• Operate 2K and gravity-fed spray systems for primers/topcoats.
• Manage oven bake cycles and perform DFT checks.
• Keep accurate work orders and inspection records.
• Inspect and service spray guns and paint line equipment.
• Identify and fix paint finish defects; uphold 5S standards.

Skills

Industrial wet paint experience

2K paint systems

Surface repairs & defect rectification

Verbal instructions comprehension

Working at heights / confined spaces

Rotational day/night shift flexibility

Education

ICATS or ICorr certification

Tools

Spray guns

2K spray systems

Gravity-fed spray systems

Oven bake curing

Job description

Job Description: Paint Specialist

Are you an experienced industrial painter with an eye for quality and a commitment to precision finishing? We want to hear from you!

Join the manufacturing team at Caterpillar's Larne facility and play a vital role in delivering high-specification finishes on world-class industrial machinery and container units.

Job Details

Job Title: Paint Specialist

Location: Caterpillar - Larne Site (Old Glenarm Road, Larne, BT40 1EJ)

Contracted Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Thursday)

Shift Pattern: Rotational shifts (Day Shift & Night Shift flexibility required)

Pay Rates & Overtime

• Day Shift: £15.64 per hour
• Night Shift: £20.86 per hour (inclusive of shift allowance)
• Overtime (First 10 hours): £23.46 per hour
• Overtime (Over 10 hours): £31.29 per hour
• (Potential earnings reach up to £34.84 per hour with applicable allowances and enhanced overtime)

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanically prepare substrates to exacting specifications using appropriate power tools.
• Clean, degrease, and prepare surfaces ready for paint application.
• Perform stripe coating, joint sealing, cutting in, and detailed masking operations.
• Set up, operate, and maintain 2K and gravity-fed spray systems to apply primers and topcoats.
• Achieve high-grade cosmetic finishes on fabricated components and container units, completely free of runs, sags, or surface blemishes.
• Manage oven bake curing cycles and conduct Dry Film Thickness (DFT) quality checks.
• Complete all associated work order documentation and inspection records.
• Inspect, clean, adjust, service, and repair spray guns and paint line equipment.
• Identify and rectify paint finish defects as required.
• Uphold 5S lean workplace organization standards and follow company Values in Action.
• Assist in training team members and undertake related operational tasks.

What We Are Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Proven industrial wet paint experience working with 2K paint systems.
• Fully competent across wet paint application, surface repairs, and defect rectification.
• Ability to understand verbal directions, technical work instructions, and carry out basic arithmetic calculations.
• Comfortable working at heights and within confined spaces.
• Full flexibility to work rotational day and night shifts plus reasonable overtime.

Desirable:

• ICATS or ICorr certification.
• Prior working experience in a Lean manufacturing or 5S continuous improvement setting.
• Keen attention to detail and high standard for cosmetic quality.
• Strong time management and work sequencing abilities.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing technical training
• Complete uniform and high-specification PPE provided
• Accrued paid holidays
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Free on-site car parking
• Subsidized on-site canteen facilities