Spray Painter Technician

Proton Melinau Auto 4S Inanam; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Proton Melinau Auto 4S Inanam is seeking an experienced Spray Painter Technician to prep vehicle surfaces and apply primer, basecoat, and clearcoat to repair panels. Precision in color matching and finishing quality are essential, with strict adherence to safety standards.

You will work closely with the Body & Paint team to maintain clean, well-organized workspaces and minimize material waste while ensuring high-quality results across all vehicle panels.

Qualifications

• Diploma or relevant qualification in Automotive Painting/Body and Paint.
• Experience as automotive spray painter or in a vehicle body and paint department.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicle panels and assess surface condition before painting.
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, cleaning, masking, filling, and primer application.
• Mix and match paint colors accurately in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Apply primer, basecoat, and clearcoat to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Blend paint into adjacent panels to ensure consistent color, tone, and finish.
• Inspect finished paintwork for defects such as runs, orange peel, dust contamination, and color mismatch.
• Perform polishing, buffing, and other finishing work as required.
• Maintain spray booths, tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Handle paints, solvents, chemicals, and hazardous materials in accordance with safety procedures.

Skills

Automotive painting

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Diploma in Automotive Painting/Body and Paint

Automotive Technology diploma

Tools

Spray guns

Painting equipment

Color matching tools

Job description

The Spray Painter Technician is responsible for preparing vehicle surfaces and applying primer, paint, basecoat, clearcoat, and finishing materials to damaged or repaired vehicle panels. The role requires strong attention to detail, accurate color matching, high-quality workmanship, and strict adherence to safety and workplace standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicle panels and assess surface condition before painting.
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, cleaning, masking, filling, and primer application.
• Mix and match paint colors accurately in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Operate spray guns and other painting equipment safely and effectively.
• Apply primer, basecoat, clearcoat, and other finishing materials to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Blend paint into adjacent panels to ensure consistent color, tone, and finish.
• Inspect completed paintwork for defects such as runs, orange peel, dust contamination, uneven coverage, and color mismatch.
• Perform polishing, buffing, and other finishing work as required.
• Maintain spray booths, tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Handle paints, solvents, chemicals, and hazardous materials in accordance with proper safety procedures.
• Work closely with body repair technicians and the Body & Paint team to complete repair jobs efficiently and to a high standard.
• Follow company quality standards, manufacturer repair procedures, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Minimize paint and material waste while maintaining excellent workmanship and finish quality.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as an automotive spray painter or within a vehicle body and paint department.
• Diploma or relevant qualification in Automotive Technology, particularly Automotive Painting/Body and Paint.
• Sound knowledge of automotive paint preparation, color mixing, spraying, blending, and finishing techniques.
• Proficiency in operating spray guns and related painting equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Good knowledge of workplace health and safety procedures.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment.
• Strong understanding of paint materials, surface preparation, and finishing processes.

Automobile technology that's the pride and symbol of Malaysian innovation and dedication. 1985 marked a momentous year in Malaysia's history when the country's first national car, the Proton Saga, rolled out for the masses. PROTON is more than just a car company as its inception as a key driver of national development has seen the brand accelerate its learning curve through technology transfer with strategic partnerships and technical collaborations.

Today, PROTON continues designing and building cars which has remained an elusive dream for most nations, but made a reality for Malaysia in 1985 and has since been driving the landscape of Malaysia's automotive industry.

PROTON

Automobile technology that's the pride and symbol of Malaysian innovation and dedication. 1985 marked a momentous year in Malaysia's history when the country's first national car, the Proton Saga, rolled out for the masses. PROTON is more than just a car company as its inception as a key driver of national development has seen the brand accelerate its learning curve through technology transfer with strategic partnerships and technical collaborations.

Today, PROTON continues designing and building cars which has remained an elusive dream for most nations, but made a reality for Malaysia in 1985 and has since been driving the landscape of Malaysia's automotive industry.

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