Permanent

Paint Prepper + Paint Sprayer - Nights

Manpower UK

Witham, Essex, CM8 1BA

£35000.00 - £41600.00 per annum

Posted: 03 June 2026 (1 week ago)

Closing date: 02 July 2026

Ref: BBBH440000

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About the Role

As a Paint Prepper and Paint Sprayer on the night shift at our Witham site, you will join a permanent team focused on precision finishing. Working Monday to Thursday from 4.30pm to 3.30am, your duties include preparing raw carbon fibre and other surfaces to a high standard for lacquering. You will handle primed and unprimed parts, performing sanding and blocking of clear primer to achieve a flawless finish. Operating the Aquablaster when required is also part of this role. The position offers a salary of £37,000 to £41,600 per annum plus a 20% shift allowance, depending on experience. Full PPE and excellent company benefits are provided.

My client, a reputable engineering company in Witham, Essex is looking for a dedicated Paint Prepper and a dedicated Paint Sprayer to join their night shift team on a permanent basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward-thinking organisation committed to quality and precision.
4 Days a week - Monday to Thursday 4.30pm - 3.30am
Salary offered is £37 - £41k + 20% shift allowance (depending on experience)
Full PPE will be provided along with excellent company benefits.
What you''ll be doing:
* Preparing raw carbon fibre and other surfaces to a high standard, ensuring readiness for lacquering.
* Handling primed and unprimed carbon fibre parts, including sanding and blocking of clear primer for a flawless finish.
* Operating the Aquablaster when required, maintaining surface quality.
* Mixing paints and lacquers according to technical data sheets, with experience in matt lacquers being advantageous.
* Ensuring all work meets strict quality standards through regular checks and attention to detail.
What you''ll bring:
* Strong attention to detail and precision in surface preparation and finishing.
* Ability to follow instructions and technical data sheets accurately.
* Flexible approach to adapt quickly to changing requirements.
* A proactive, team-oriented attitude with excellent time management skills.
* Professional, accountable, and helpful demeanour, with the maturity to give and receive constructive feedback.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to deliver top-quality results.
This role offers a great chance to develop your skills within a supportive environment. If you''re motivated, detail-focused, and ready to contribute to high-quality manufacturing, I would love to hear from you.