Spray Painter I - Night Shift

Tait; West Stow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance 4x salary

Medicash health cashback

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to Work

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Annual leave 22 days

Bank holidays

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a skilled painter/sprayer to prepare and spray a variety of metal parts, applying specified primer and paint finishes. The role requires handling spray equipment, performing sanding and degreasing, and ensuring quality finishes in line with customer requirements.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with industrial paint techniques, strong numeracy and mechanical skills, and a good safety mindset. Civil employee benefits include pension, life cover, and health options.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial paint techniques and preparation for paint.
• Ability to interpret customer specifications and apply finishes accordingly.
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail for measurements.

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

Skills

Paint spraying

Surface prep

Numeracy

Mechanical skills

Time management

Basic computer skills

Health and safety

Stainless steel

Education

NVQ or CSCS certification

Time served apprenticeship

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 coverOptional private medical insurance (role/level dependent)
• Paid annual leave starting at 22 days, increasing with service
• UK bank holidays

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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.