Paint Technician

2 months ago

Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Corus Consultancy Full time

Prestige manufacture approved repair centre

The role we are looking for Paint Technician

The job role Paint technician

The role is to prepare, spray and finish vehicles that have been involved in collisions and other incidents in an efficient manner.

This includes ensuring correct colour match and final finish to the company and customers exacting standards.

They understand the general principles of spray painting technology, paint composition, paint mixing and the various methods of paint spraying vehicles.

They prepare vehicles fully before painting to include masking, sanding and other necessary preparation work.

They are also responsible for keeping all company tools and equipment safe and in a clean, workable condition paying particular attention to the reduction of any fire hazards.

Their role includes repair, surface preparation and painting to the manufacturer paint specification. A technician is able to follow defined processes to restore the vehicle to a high-quality paint finish. This includes being able to demonstrate colour identification and select the correct materials such as primers, base coats and lacquers applied using spray equipment and utilising modern drying/curing techniques such as Ultra Violet (UV), Infrared and catalytic solutions used in the refinishing of vehicles. Create a safe environment working efficiently and reducing waste.

The skills you for this Paint role

Expert working knowledge & understanding of Automotive refinishing materials such as paint and fillers and their application techniques to deliver quality results

Drying and curing techniques use in the finishing of vehicles

Body Paint Repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process e.g. mixing systems, spray guns and nozzles, paint

Substrates such as metal (Steel/Alloy) along with carbon fibre & glass reinforced plastic to select the correct refinish process and materials

Safe handling and risks in the management of solvents, high voltage components, conventional and alternate fuelled vehicles and other areas of significant risk

Calculation / estimation of paint volume requirements per job

Health & Safety and compliance requirements of a collision repair business, such as control of substances.

Their direct commercial productivity and efficiency impact of their role within the whole repair process such as understanding causes for paint defects to reduce waste and the techniques required to prevent these e.g. paint runs. The impact of rework on resources and reputation.

Quality control process and the implications of poor quality repairs.

Ability to interpret relevant technical data and methods to create paint manufactures specified application.

Ability to use refinishing materials following paint manufacturer specifications to reinstate vehicle finish back to high quality

The person we are looking for is

Use all the knowledge and skills developed to carry out tasks in a safe and efficient manner, complying with all business operating procedures and policies

Operate as an effective team member and take responsibility, be honest and accountable when things go wrong, tracking their own progress and informing others if deadlines are at risk

Proactively find opportunities to learn about the wider business.

Commitment to customer service and meeting deadlines by being flexible with their time and willingness to take on tasks outside of their job role to ensure goals are met

Take responsibility for personal and professional development, keeping knowledge and skills up to date with emerging technology to perform the role effectively

Anticipate problems and put steps in place to avoid them, where problems do occur explore and address the cause

A right first time approach committed to delivering and maintaining high quality workplace standards,

A professional approach, demonstrates integrity and confidence in daily activities,

Adherence to company values, shows passion and enthusiasm,

Attention to detail,

Use appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication skills, along with summarising language during face-to-face communications,

Use an appropriate 'tone of voice' in all communications, including written and digital, that reflect our organisation's brand,

Understand types of measurement and evaluation tools available to monitor workshop service levels to constantly improve our service

What we are offering as a package

Basic salary 40,000 plus

29 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)

7.30 to 5pm Monday to Friday maybe weekends

Training and progression in the business,

A great environment to work in with a professional team to work alongside,

Overtime is available on request,

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