Trainee Sprayer

Optima UK INC Ltd; Wigston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learn a specialist skill

Long-term career in manufacturing

Supportive team environment

Early finish every Friday

Job summary

Optima UK INC Ltd in Leicester is seeking a motivated Trainee Paint Sprayer to learn the finishing process and develop skills in painting wood and metal components to a high-quality finish.

Full training will be provided in spray techniques, surface preparation, and safety. This is a stable, full-time role offering a clear path to a skilled trade within a professional manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• No prior spray-painting experience required; full training provided.
• Hands-on, practical learning in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist in paint spraying of wood and metal components
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, cleaning, and masking
• Mix paints and coatings to correct specifications
• Operate spray equipment safely and effectively
• Apply coatings to achieve a high-quality, even finish
• Carry out visual quality checks on finished products
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area
• Follow all health & safety procedures, including PPE use

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Reliable

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Job description

Job Role: Trainee Paint Sprayer
Location: Leicester
Pay Rate: 10.85 - 12.71 per hour
Shift: Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 1:00pm

Benefits

• Learn a specialist, in-demand finishing skill
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in manufacturing
• Work within a supportive, skilled team environment
• Stable, full-time role with early finish every Friday

About the Company

A long-established and highly respected manufacturer specialising in high-end bespoke interiors, joinery, and metalwork. With over 100 years of experience, the company combines traditional craftsmanship with modern production techniques to deliver premium products for luxury commercial and residential projects.

About The Role

We are looking for a motivated and hands-on Trainee Paint Sprayer to join the team. Full training will be provided to develop your skills in spraying both wood and metal components to a high-quality finish.

This is a great opportunity to learn a skilled trade within a professional manufacturing environment.

What is Paint Spraying?

Paint spraying is a finishing process where coatings such as paints, lacquers, or protective finishes are applied using spray equipment.

This ensures a smooth, consistent, and high-quality finish on products, which is essential in industries producing furniture, interiors, and engineered components.

You will learn how to prepare surfaces, apply coatings, and achieve professional-grade finishes.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and assist in paint spraying of wood and metal components
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, cleaning, and masking
• Mix paints and coatings to the correct specifications
• Operate spray equipment safely and effectively
• Apply coatings to achieve a high-quality, even finish
• Carry out visual quality checks on finished products
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area
• Follow all health & safety procedures, including PPE use

About You

• Interest in practical, hands-on work or manufacturing
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Reliable, punctual, and motivated
• Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Positive attitude towards developing new skills

No previous experience required - full training provided.