Shot Blaster

Ford & Stanley Talentwise; Winsford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

39-hour week

Holiday allowance

On-site parking

EV charging

Death in service

Job summary

Ford & Stanley Talentwise is hiring a Shot Blast Technician for the night shift in Cheshire. You will operate shot blasting on heavy fabrications, prepare components for protective coatings, and maintain high standards of housekeeping to support quality and safety.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in shot blasting or surface preparation within an industrial environment, with a focus on accuracy and safety, and the ability to work Monday to Thursday nights.

Qualifications

• Experience in shot blasting, paint spraying, or surface preparation.
• Experience within commercial vehicle bodywork, trailer manufacturing, or a similar industrial environment.
• High-quality automotive painting experience involving stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminium.
• A strong focus on quality and attention to detail.
• The ability to work effectively within a production-focused environment.
• A commitment to maintaining health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Shot blasting a variety of metals and heavy fabrications
• Preparing steel components for protective coatings
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping within the production area
• Following all health and safety procedures and regulations
• Minimising waste through efficient use of materials and consumables
• Ensuring a safe working environment at all times
• Supporting production targets while maintaining quality standards
• Assisting with other production duties as required, with full training provided

Skills

Shot blasting

Paint spraying

Surface preparation

Job description

Job Title: Shot Blast Technician (Night Shift)

Hours: Night Shift: Monday to Thursday, 7:45pm to 6:00am (39 hours)

Hourly Rate £21.18 per hour

Location: Cheshire

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Shot Blast Technician to join our night shift production team. Reporting directly to the Night Shift Manager, you will play a key role in preparing steel components and heavy fabrications for protective coatings, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Shot blasting a variety of metals and heavy fabrications
• Preparing steel components for protective coatings
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping within the production area
• Following all health and safety procedures and regulations
• Minimising waste through efficient use of materials and consumables
• Ensuring a safe working environment at all times
• Supporting production targets while maintaining quality standards
• Assisting with other production duties as required, with full training provided

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a hands-on individual who is organised, proactive, and self-motivated.

Ideally, you will have:

• Experience in shot blasting, paint spraying, or surface preparation
• Experience within commercial vehicle bodywork, trailer manufacturing, or a similar industrial environment
• High-quality automotive painting experience involving stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminium
• A strong focus on quality and attention to detail
• The ability to work effectively within a production-focused environment
• A commitment to maintaining health and safety standards

Employee Benefits

• Competitive rate of pay
• 39-hour working week (Monday to Thursday nights)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Subsidised on-site canteen
• Free on-site parking with EV charging points
• Free birthday breakfast, free fruit, and Cake Fridays
• Death in service benefit
• Christmas shutdown