Spray Painter I - Night Shift

TAIT; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance 4x salary

Medicash health cashback

EAP 24/7

Cycle to Work

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Paid annual leave 22 days

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a metal painter to prepare, prime and spray a range of metal components in a manufacturing setting. You will mix primers and finishes, monitor drying times and ensure accurate colour matching to customer specs.

Ideal candidates have experience with industrial spray equipment, strong numeracy, and a commitment to safe working practices. Relevant NVQ/CSCS certification is desirable. A forklift license and overhead crane experience are pluses.

Qualifications

• Experience applying industrial paint finishes on metal components.
• Ability to prepare units by sanding and degreasing as required.
• Follows customer specifications for paint colour and primer.
• Maintains health and safety procedures at all times.

Responsibilities

• Prepare units by sanding and degreasing as required.
• Mix paint and other solutions and monitor drying.
• Fill out progress reports as required.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures.
• May paint items by hand where necessary.

Skills

Numeracy

Mechanical skills

Basic computer skills

Industrial paint techniques

Paint equipment experience

Time management

Conscientious workmanship

Education

NVQ/CSCS certification

Tools

Epicor

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

They will be responsible for preparing and spraying a variety of metal products, whilst following specifications for paint selection based on customer requirements. Operate spray equipment or other equipment to apply industrial paint finishes on metal products. Alongside this, the painter will paint and primer a variety of components by using a mixture of primer and paints colours as specified by the customer.

Responsibilities

• Prepare units by sanding and degreasing as required
• Mix paint and other solutions and monitor drying to ensure the desired result is achieved
• Fill out appropriate progress reports as required
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures
• May paint items by hand where necessary
• Position Requirements
• A good all-around general education
• Good numeracy and mechanical skills
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of industrial paint techniques and how to prepare units for paint
• Experience using industrial paint equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Understanding of numerical and mathematical calculations and data
• Effective time and project management skills
• Adherence to health and safety policies
• Conscientious workmanship

Position Requirements

• Right to work in the UK.
• Forklift license (Desirable)
• Previous experience using an overhead crane (Desirable)
• Time served apprenticeship (Desirable)
• Possess an NVQ or CSCS certification (Desirable)
• Experience with stainless steel / aluminum would be advantageous (Desirable)
• Previous experience using Epicor would be advantageous (Desirable)

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.