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Paint Prepper
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ 12.71 - 12.71 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Wiltech Acoustics — now proudly part of Rehlko (formerly Kohler Energy) — is entering an exciting phase of growth and investment. Now integrated into Rehlko’s global energy-resilience group, Wiltech continues to build on its reputation as a leading UK specialist in acoustic canopies, generator enclosures, and industrial noise-control engineering.
Based in Loughborough, our manufacturing facility handles everything in-house — from raw material processing to welding, fabrication, painting, and full assembly of bespoke acoustic units. Joining Wiltech now means becoming part of a strengthened, well-funded and expanding organisation, with new opportunities created through the Rehlko transition.
Paint Prepper
We currently have vacancies for a proactive and qualified Paint Prepper to join our team.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a sheet metal or industrial environment.
* Ability to effectively clean, prepare, and prime steel units to a high standard.
* Experience with masking, filling, polishing, and colour matching techniques.
* Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for quality control and defect identification.
* Familiarity with paint mixing to ensure a perfect colour match.
* Ability to work efficiently while maintaining productivity without compromising quality.
* Must be able to use and maintain relevant equipment and tooling.
* Comfortable using personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with safety standards.
* Strong communication skills to update team leaders on progress and potential issues.
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Surface Preparation: Clean, key, and seal steel units to the highest standard in preparation for spraying.
* Priming and Painting: Apply primer and other coatings using rollers with precision to ensure smooth, even coverage.
* Filler Work: Apply filler and perform related tasks to create a perfect surface for painting.
* Masking and Polishing: Mask up areas not to be painted and polish surfaces to a high standard before applying finishes.
* Colour Matching and Mixing: Accurately match colours and mix paints to ensure consistency and a perfect finish.
* Quality Control: Inspect completed work to ensure there are no defects, ensuring the highest quality standards.
* PPE Compliance: Always wear appropriate PPE to maintain a safe working environment.
* Time and Progress Reporting: Report to the team leader on project progress and highlight any issues or delays.
* Safety Standards: Adhere to all workplace safety standards, identifying and mitigating potential hazards.
* Documentation: Ensure that timesheets are completed accurately and submitted to the team leader each week.
* Hours: Static -Days 6am till 2pm, Afternoons 2pm till 10pm (15% shift allowance), Nights 10pm till 6am (30% shift allowance).
Skills:
* Attention to Detail: Ability to consistently deliver high-quality work with a focus on precision and excellence.
* Technical Skill: Proficient in using a range of tools and equipment for paint preparation, including rollers, brushes, and sprayers.
* Colour Expertise: Strong understanding of colour matching and paint mixing for perfect results.
* Problem-Solving: Ability to identify defects, troubleshoot issues, and maintain consistent standards.
* Efficiency: Capable of maintaining a high rate of productivity while ensuring the work meets quality standards.
* Safety Awareness: Thorough understanding of safety procedures and the ability to identify hazards in the work environment.
* Quality Control: Strong focus on inspecting and ensuring completed work meets required specifications.
* Teamwork: Excellent collaboration skills, working effectively with colleagues and supervisors to meet deadlines.
* Time Management: Ability to manage tasks efficiently, ensuring work is completed on schedule.
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