Painter / Powder Coater

Job Title: Painter / Powder Coater
Location: Stanley
Hourly Rate: £13.40 per hour +30% shift allowance for nights
Shifts: Rotating shift pattern (2-week rotation)

Benefits:

• Overtime opportunities available
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive team environment
• Strong focus on health & safety
• Stable, long-term opportunity

The Company:
Theo James Recruitment is proud to be supporting a leading engineering and manufacturing business in their search for a Painter / Powder Coater. This organisation prides itself on being at the forefront of manufacturing excellence. With a strong commitment to innovation and quality, they have built a reputation as a key player within their industry.

As a Painter / Powder Coater, you will play an important role in contributing to the production of high-quality, in-demand products, all while working within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Progression opportunities are in abundance due to the company’s impressive growth plans, both now and in the future. If you are looking to join a business that will invest in your development and treat you as more than just a number, this could be the ideal opportunity.

Job Description:
As a Painter / Powder Coater, you will be responsible for applying high-quality paint and powder coatings to a range of components. The Painter / Powder Coater will carry out full surface preparation, including cleaning, sanding, and masking to ensure optimal adhesion and finish.

The Painter / Powder Coater will operate spray equipment and coating systems, ensuring correct application techniques are followed to meet quality standards. You will mix coatings to specification, control application settings, and apply multiple layers where required.

In this role, the Painter / Powder Coater will also carry out inspections to ensure finishes meet required specifications, identifying and correcting any defects. Maintaining equipment and ensuring a safe, compliant working environment is a key responsibility.

You will work closely with other departments to support production targets and may also assist in training junior team members where needed.

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience as a Painter / Powder Coater or similar role in manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of paint and powder coating techniques
• Experience with surface preparation (cleaning, sanding, masking, priming)
• Understanding of steel coatings, paints, and finishing processes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and instructions
• High attention to detail and quality standards
• Knowledge of health & safety procedures and compliance
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach
• Relevant training or certification (desirable)

Why Should You Apply?

• Join a forward-thinking and growing engineering business
• Be part of a team that values safety, quality, and collaboration
• Excellent opportunity to develop your career as a Painter / Powder Coater
• Long-term stability with genuine progression opportunities
• Work in an environment where you are recognised and valued