Process Lead, Paint

TAIT; South Kirkby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension

Life assurance (4x salary)

Medicash health cashback

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to Work

Income protection

Private medical insurance (role/level)

Paid annual leave 22+ days

UK bank holidays

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a Process Lead - Paint in the Manufacturing Department to guide daily paint operations, prepare components to specification, and ensure safe, on-time delivery of finishes for live events and experiences.

You will lead a small team, manage workflow, and drive continuous improvement while adhering to safety policies and quality standards. The role requires hands-on leadership and cross‑department collaboration.

Qualifications

• A good all-around general education.
• Good numeracy and mechanical skills, including understanding of numerical and mathematical calculations and data.
• Significant knowledge of industrial paint techniques and how to prepare units for paint.
• Experience using industrial paint equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective time and project management skills.
• Adherence to health and safety policies.
• Conscientious workmanship with strong attention to detail and high standards.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Time-served apprenticeship is desirable.
• NVQ or CSCS certification is desirable.
• Experience with stainless steel and/or aluminium would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of paint personnel with varying skill levels to complete project goals safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
• Organize and manage daily paint workflow to ensure team members understand assigned duties, priorities, and delegated tasks.
• Provide technical guidance to team members on paint preparation, coating application, finishing requirements, masking, touch-ups, and rework activities.
• Share paint process knowledge and best practices with the team to support department development, consistency, and employee training.
• Read, understand, and apply relevant drawings, finish specifications, color callouts, coating requirements, and project documentation.
• Support quality control of painted elements by inspecting work, identifying defects or areas not meeting specification, and coordinating rework or escalation as needed.

Job description

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Position Purpose

As a Process Lead - Paint within the Manufacturing Department, your primary responsibility is to lead, coordinate, and support paint operations to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards. This role involves guiding the paint team through daily priorities, preparing and finishing components to specification, monitoring workflow, and helping resolve production issues that may impact schedule, quality, or delivery. You will work closely with supervisors, fabrication, project teams, and other departments to ensure painted finishes meet project requirements and industry standards. A key part of the role is identifying opportunities to improve paint processes, reduce rework, maintain safe working practices, and support a clean, organized, and efficient paint area. Your leadership will help drive consistency, team performance, and continuous improvement, contributing to successful project delivery and high-quality outcomes for live events and audience experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of paint personnel with varying skill levels to complete project goals safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
• Organize and manage daily paint workflow to ensure team members understand assigned duties, priorities, and delegated tasks.
• Provide technical guidance to team members on paint preparation, coating application, finishing requirements, masking, touch-ups, and rework activities.
• Share paint process knowledge and best practices with the team to support department development, consistency, and employee training.
• Read, understand, and apply relevant drawings, finish specifications, color callouts, coating requirements, and project documentation.
• Support quality control of painted elements by inspecting work, identifying defects or areas not meeting specification, and coordinating rework or escalation as needed.
• Maintain awareness of project schedules, deadlines, and paint priorities; raise concerns and recommend adjustments when delivery goals may be at risk.
• Coordinate with fabrication, assembly, project management, design, and other departments to clarify finish requirements, communicate progress, and resolve paint-related issues.
• Independently complete complex paint projects and finishing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Manage paint materials, coatings, consumables, project documentation, and supplies.
• Assign work to the team based on project needs, skills, and workload.
• Ensure product labeling, masking, protection, and identification requirements are accurately followed throughout the paint process.
• Perform required maintenance, cleaning, and upkeep of paint equipment, spray systems, tools, booths, and related work areas.
• Take initiative to improve paint methods, reduce rework, increase efficiency, and support continuous improvement within the department.
• Communicate regularly with management regarding project status, team performance, material needs, quality concerns, and schedule risks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe paint workspace, including proper storage and care of tools, materials, equipment, and finished parts.
• Accurately capture labor hours, material usage, and project activity in Epicor or other required business systems.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, paint area procedures, PPE requirements, hazardous material handling standards, and environmental controls.
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required; participate in development programs to enhance technical and leadership skills.

Position Requirements

• A good all-around general education.
• Good numeracy and mechanical skills, including understanding of numerical and mathematical calculations and data.
• Significant knowledge of industrial paint techniques and how to prepare units for paint.
• Experience using industrial paint equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective time and project management skills.
• Adherence to health and safety policies.
• Conscientious workmanship with strong attention to detail and high standards.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Time-served apprenticeship is desirable.
• NVQ or CSCS certification is desirable.
• Experience with stainless steel and/or aluminium would be advantageous.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to frequently walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, stoop, and kneel each day. Specific requirements are:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift or move 15kg
• Must be able to carry 15kg
• Must be able to pull or push 15kg

Work conditions of the role are:

Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work within or visit areas where required. This includes, safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, and other PPE as required by the location

TAIT Benefits:

• Competitive pension scheme with employer contributions
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Medicash health cashback plan (covering dental, optical, and more)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Income protection / critical illness cover
• Optional private medical insurance (role/level dependent)
• Paid annual leave starting at 22 days, increasing with service
• UK bank holidays

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.