Paint Technician in Mamhilad

Tech Connect Group; Mamhilad; On-site; GBP 3,720,000 - 3,995,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Connect Group is recruiting contract Paint Sprayers & Polisher roles in Pontypool. You will spray and refinish automotive parts using HVLP equipment, ensuring wet-on-wet application meets quality standards. Ovens and curing processes are part of the workflow, with emphasis on safety, COSHH compliance, and cleanliness.

The role operates in rotating shifts with an Inside IR35 contract, end-of-year target, and potential extension. Overtime is available; PAYE rates also offered by the client.

Qualifications

• Qualified in City & Guilds Level 3 or IMI refinishing automotive industry or time served with exposure to finish.
• Good knowledge of paint application techniques and colour matching.
• Ability to work with various tools and PPE in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Apply wet-on-wet paint and finish parts to high standards.
• Mix and match paint colours per specifications.
• Operate spray guns and curing ovens, ensuring cleanliness and upkeep.
• Inspect quality and address defects with timely fixes.
• Maintain housekeeping and COSHH compliance at all times.

Skills

Paint application

Mix paints

HVLP spray

Polishing

Quality conformance

Health & safety

COSHH

PPE compliance

Ovens use

Reading technical instructions

Education

City & Guilds Level 3

IMI refinishing

Tools

Spray guns

Polishing tools

Low-bake ovens

Job description

Paint Sprayer & Polisher Pontypool

Details

• Contract- Inside IR35, running until the end of the year. Potential extensions beyond.
• Rates: £27 05 p/h (UMB)
• PAYE rates also available.
• Shift: 3 rotating shift: Early - 6am -2pm, Lates 2pm -10pm, Nights - 10pm -6am
• Overtime available

Role Overview

On behalf of our client, an Automotive manufacturer we are currently recruiting a number of contract Paint Sprayers & Polishers to join their team in Pontypool. The Paint Sprayer role sits within the Operations & Logistics team and has primary responsibility for the painting and refinishing of commercial automotive parts using HVLP equipment.

Key Activities

• Applying wet on wet and producing parts to the highest standard meeting all conformity requirements.
• Mix and match paint according to specifications, ensuring no surfacing issues.
• Apply paint to surfaces utilising your expertise on the spray guns.
• Be proficient in using low-bake ovens and responsible for their upkeep and cleanliness.
• Take responsibility for assessing the quality of products produced within your area through management of and compliance with quality systems.
• Identify issues with under or over-prepped parts.
• Identifying and fixing defects in a timely and proficient manner. This may include the application and use of polishing tools.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping and hygiene are always maintained.
• Ensure the effective supply and movement of parts/products to and from the section, monitoring stock levels and COSHH adherence.
• To complete any process documentation as required in line with the build instructions.
• Proactively identify potential roadblocks, working to present solutions to overcome them and working with your team to prevent recurrence and implement permanent preventative actions.
• Complying with health and safety regulations in your area at all times.
• Support the escalation of any serious issues to the appropriate level of management as required.

Skills & Experience

• Uphold an upbeat can do attitude, have a proactive and positive approach, with a desire to succeed both personally and for the business.
• Qualified in City & Guilds Level 3 or IMI refinishing automotive industry or be time served with demonstrable exposure to an environment with a similar product finish.
• Good knowledge of paint application techniques.
• Ability to mix and match different paint colours accurately.
• Ability to work with a variety of tools and equipment.
• Experience with safe work practices including the use of proper PPE.
• Experience of ovens use and other drying techniques, including curing temperatures and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, as required.
• A good understanding of health, safety processes and fire awareness is essential.
• A good understanding of quality conformance requirements and continuous improvement.
• Be able to work under pressure and prioritise own workload as required.