Paint Sprayer & Preparation Technician - Hoyland
Friday 4 November 2022
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About Niftylift
Founded in 1985 by Roger Bowden, Niftylift has grown to be one of the world's leading manufacturers of mobile elevated work platforms, with over 500 employees in the UK and USA.
Our Culture
Our culture is one of openness, participation, accountability, flexibility and teamwork. We believe people to be our prime asset and highly value and rely on employee involvement to achieve our goals. We operate as a single-status organisation and all employees are treated fairly and equally, whatever their role within the organisation.
Staff Benefits
Our staff welfare program includes benefits such as staff healthcare, staff discounts, subsidised food, death in service, a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, a dedicated on-site staff induction and training centre as well as regular staff events. e.g. company luncheons, family open days and Christmas parties.
Introduction
Hands-on role shot blasting, fully preparing, wet spraying, and a range of chassis and ancillary components/materials.
The Role in More Detail
- Interpreting technical & safety data sheets to ensure correct mix ratios of paints, thinners & hardeners are achieved;
- Spraying 2K topcoats over wet primers achieving ‘Right First Time’ results;
- Understanding spray/powder gun functions & able to strip down, re-build powder, suction fed & gravity fed spray guns;
How To Apply
If you'd like to apply for this role you can contact us via any one of the following methods:
- Apply online - fill out the form below
- Send us an email with your CV and a covering letter to hr@niftylift.com
- Give us a call on +44 1908 223456 and ask to speak to the HR department.
- Request a call-back from Niftylift (candidates only):
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Setting up spray guns to compensate for different paint types & viscosities;
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Achieving high-quality standards on both small jigged components to complex larger chassis;
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Maintain a clean environment within the department;
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Use correct/defined consumables for preparation & sanding of metal & polymer components before paint application. Skilled in masking & reworking painted parts;
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Booking on/off jobs, filling out timesheets, quality check sheets & labels correctly;
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Identifying material surface defects on parts prior paint and repairing using polyester filler products;
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Masking, final paint preparation, handling parts on and off paint runways. Moving of chassis parts in and out of paint booths/ovens;Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications & Experience
- Experience in spraying to understand the effects of poor preparation and/or poor paint application can have in terms of inconsistent film thickness, gloss levels, orange peel appearance & colour variations;
- An appreciation of the Health & Safety hazards within a paint shop, specifically Isocyanates & flammable liquids. Experienced in using & maintaining air-fed respiratory equipment;
- Experience in operating within a lean manufacturing/continuous improvement team environment;
- Welding knowledge would be an added advantage, but not essential;
- Shot blasting experience preferred;
- Experience in wet painting primer and gloss using airless, air-assisted and hvlp systems, primer, and gloss paints (2 pack systems). Preferably within a manufacturing or car industry;
- Preferably for both industrial spray painting and car refinishing.
Characteristics
- Committed team player with an emphasis on flexibility, productivity, and continuous improvement;
- Prepared to work regular overtime;
- High attention to detail.
Remuneration
The above role offers a competitive salary, healthcare scheme, contributory pension, life insurance, and holiday allowance scheme.