Paint Shop & Fettling Operative

Paint Shop & Fettling Operative

Location: Littlehampton / Rustington area
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Temp to Perm
Start Date: ASAP

We’re recruiting for a Paint Shop & Fettling Operative to join a busy manufacturing business based in the Littlehampton / Rustington area.

This role would suit someone with experience in **powder coating, fettling, sanding, prepping, metal finishing, paint shop work, fabrication or general workshop finishing**.

The position will involve supporting different areas of the finishing department, including preparation, sanding, fettling and paint shop support, depending on production requirements. This is a hands-on role, so you must be comfortable with physical work and happy to get stuck in.

The role

You’ll be supporting production by preparing and finishing metal components to a good standard.

Duties will include:

Fettling, sanding and preparing metalwork
Supporting paint shop and coating processes
Cleaning, preparing and finishing parts
Using hand tools and workshop equipment safely
Carrying out hands-on, physical work throughout the day
Working across different areas of the finishing department when required
Following health and safety procedures
Working closely with the wider production team to keep jobs moving through the workshopThe workload can vary, so flexibility is important. Some days may be more focused on preparation and sanding, while others may involve supporting paint shop processes.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, practical and comfortable working in a busy workshop environment.

You’ll ideally have experience in one or more of the following:

Powder coating
Fettling
Sanding or metal finishing
Paint shop preparation
Fabrication or sheet metal environments
Bodyshop, spraying or surface preparation work
General workshop or manufacturing workYou must also:

Be reliable and have good attendance
Be comfortable with manual, physical work
Be happy working across different areas when needed
Have a good attitude and be willing to get stuck in
Have your own safety shoesFull PPE will be provided by the company.

Why apply?

Monday to Friday hours
37.5-hour working week
Temp to perm opportunity
Immediate start available
Stable manufacturing environment
Varied hands-on role
Supportive workshop team
Opportunity to build a longer-term position with the businessApply now or contact Found Recruitment Solutions for more information