Paint Sprayer

CNC Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Paint Sprayer (Night Shift) to join our client in Yeovil.

Location: Yeovil
Salary: £22.26 per hour + performance-based incentives

Overtime Rates:

* Over 40.5 hours/week: +33% of basic hourly rate

* Weekend rota (Saturday/Sunday): +50% of basic hourly rate

Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 10:00pm – 6:00am (includes 10-minute and 20-minute paid breaks)

Responsibilities:

1. Surface Preparation & Application

* Prepare components (cleaning, degreasing, sanding, masking, pre-treatment)

* Apply coatings using spray equipment to achieve high-quality finishes

* Ensure correct paint mixing, viscosity, and application techniques

2. Technical & Quality Compliance

* Interpret technical drawings and specifications

* Monitor coating thickness, finish quality, and curing processes

* Conduct in-process and final inspections

* Identify and report defects or non-conformances

3. Equipment & Tools

* Operate and maintain spray guns, compressors, and equipment

* Use hand and power tools for preparation and finishing

* Ensure equipment is correctly maintained and calibrated

4. Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

* Follow all health & safety regulations (including COSHH and PPE)

* Maintain a clean, organised workspace

* Adhere to environmental and hazardous material procedures

5. Documentation & Communication

* Complete production records accurately

* Report issues, delays, or quality concerns promptly

* Communicate effectively with team members and departments

6. Additional Responsibilities

* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

* Ensure compliance with aerospace and internal quality standards

* Work independently on night shifts to meet production deadlines

* Support investigation and resolution of quality issues (including root cause analysis)

Core Skills & Competencies

* Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset

* Highly organised and methodical

* Adaptable and able to work under pressure

* Reliable and self-motivated

* Strong problem-solving skills

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

* Relevant spray painting experience (aerospace, automotive, or similar high-precision industry)

Desirable:

* Vocational qualification in painting/coating (e.g. NVQ or equivalent)

Personal Qualities

Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality

Professional and proactive attitude

Continuous improvement mindset

Willingness to support wider production needs

Well-organised and detail-conscious