Paint Sprayers – A Grade in Gaydon, Warwickshire

Job Title: Paint Sprayers - A Grade

Summary: Grade: A grade
Location: Gaydon

Description:

This Company is built upon the passion, skill and creativity of the people who dedicate their working lives to the most iconic brand in the world. Every intricate stitch beautifully expressed line, and the stirring noise of our engines is a manifestation of the desire and collective spirit to create the most beautiful cars.

JOB PURPOSE:

Paint Strategy and Operations are responsible for the delivery of painted vehicle bodies to the standard and specifications as set out by the company production requirements. You will be required to inspect, tack-off and spray-paint vehicles in Etch Primer, Primer, Base Coat or Clear Coat either on main line or in repair area.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Meeting targets in terms of both productivity and quality.
* Inspect vehicles to ensure no body defects, prior to painting.
* Prepare vehicles for spraying e.g. apply adhesion promoter, de-greasing and tacking off as required.
* Hand spray vehicles and substrate components to an acceptable AML standard.
* Ensure correct application of base coats and clear coats.
* Ensure appropriate removal of any contaminants/dirt between coats.
* Set up, maintain, and clean hoods and airlines.
* Maintain daily liaison with purchased service contractors, Group Leaders and Lead Technicians regarding issues including those that may compromise quality or productivity.
* Occasional work in other areas e.g. prep and polish, as business needs dictate.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

The successful candidate will ideally have a recognised apprenticeship or skilled experience in a similar position. Additionally, successful candidates will also require one of the following:
* BTEC Certificate/Diploma in Vehicle Technology levels 2 and 3
* City & Guilds Entry Level Award in Vehicle Systems and Body and Paint Maintenance
* City & Guilds Certificate/Diploma in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations
* Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) awards in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations (Refinishing) levels 1 to 3

We will also be looking for:

* Experience in a similar Manufacturing/Production Paint spraying role, working to world class standards, ideally within an Automotive Environment.
* Paint shop preparation and spray booths and experience.
* Hand Eye co-ordination to maintain a smooth and even paint film.
* Be happy to undertake bi-annual lung function test.
* Be happy to undertake annual HAV monitoring test.
* Normal colour Vision.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.