Paint Technician

Optima UK INC Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Permanent full-time

Early finish on Friday

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Health plan

Training and development

Prestigious aerospace projects

Safe working environment

Job summary

Optima UK INC Ltd in Pinxton, Nottinghamshire, is recruiting an Aerospace Paint Sprayer for a permanent, full-time role in a precision manufacturing environment. You will prepare, apply and finish protective coatings to aerospace components, following strict specifications and quality standards.

The role offers training, ongoing development and the chance to contribute to high-profile programmes, with a 40-hour week, 7:30am start times, and a competitive hourly rate of 15.50 depending on

Qualifications

• Experience as a Paint Sprayer or Paint Technician in aerospace/defence/high-spec manufacturing.
• Knowledge of applying coatings to metal and composite components.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications and process documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to right-first-time quality.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in paint application.

Responsibilities

• Apply primers, topcoats and protective coatings to metal/composite components per specs.
• Set up, operate and maintain spray-painting equipment and paint booths.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately.
• Record completed work and maintain quality documentation.
• Identify and report defects and process issues to supervision/QA.
• Maintain clean, audit-ready work areas and PPE compliance.
• Support continuous improvement in the paint shop.
• Mentor less-experienced colleagues when required.

Skills

Paint Sprayer

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Quality mindset

Tools

Spray-painting equipment

Paint booth operation

Job description

Aerospace Paint Sprayer

Location: Pinxton, Nottinghamshire
Salary: 15.50 per hour (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week

Working Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm
• Friday: 7:30am - 2:00pm
• 30-minute unpaid lunch break

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Paint Sprayer looking for a permanent opportunity within the aerospace and defence industry?

We are recruiting for a skilled Aerospace Paint Sprayer to join an established surface treatment specialist in Pinxton, Nottinghamshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a precision manufacturing environment, applying high-quality protective coatings to aerospace and defence components where accuracy, attention to detail and quality are essential.

With ongoing training, career development opportunities and a supportive working environment, this role offers the chance to develop your skills while contributing to prestigious aerospace and defence programmes.

The Role

As an Aerospace Paint Sprayer, you will be responsible for preparing and applying specialist coatings, primers and finishes to metal and composite components, ensuring all work meets strict technical specifications, customer requirements and aerospace quality standards.

Working as part of an experienced production team, you will play an important role in maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety and quality throughout the coating process.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply primers, topcoats and specialist protective coatings to metal and composite components in accordance with technical specifications and work instructions.
• Set up, operate and maintain spray-painting equipment, paint booths and associated production equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, process sheets and customer requirements accurately.
• Carry out visual inspections and quality checks to ensure finished coatings meet aerospace standards and customer expectations.
• Accurately record completed work and maintain production and quality documentation.
• Identify and report defects, non-conformances and process issues to supervisors and quality personnel.
• Maintain clean, organised and audit-ready work areas.
• Comply with health, safety, environmental and quality procedures, including PPE requirements and hazardous-substance controls.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the paint shop and wider production team.
• Mentor and support less-experienced colleagues when required.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Paint Sprayer or Paint Technician with a strong understanding of specialist coating applications and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Paint Sprayer or Paint Technician within aerospace, defence, automotive or another high-specification manufacturing environment.
• Practical experience applying specialist coatings, primers and finishes to metal and composite components.
• Good understanding of surface preparation, masking and spray-painting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and process documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to right-first-time quality.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements relating to paint application and hazardous materials.
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing production priorities.
• A reliable, flexible and positive approach to work.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working within aerospace or defence manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Airbus painting and coating specifications.
• Experience working to Rolls-Royce and Rolls-Royce Control Systems (RRCS) approved processes and quality standards.
• Familiarity with customer requirements for Airbus, Rolls-Royce, Boeing, Leonardo, BAE Systems or similar aerospace manufacturers.
• Experience applying epoxy primers, polyurethane topcoats, dry-film lubricants and specialist aerospace coatings.
• Experience working within AS9100- and NADCAP-accredited manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement and right-first-time principles.
• Experience supporting quality audits and customer inspections.
• Relevant vocational qualifications, apprenticeships or industry certifications.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rate of 15.50, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position offering long-term stability.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Overtime opportunities, where available.
• Career development and progression within a growing aerospace and defence business.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Company pension scheme.
• Health plan and employee benefits package.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Free on-site parking.
• Safe, supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunity to work on prestigious aerospace and defence programmes.