Experienced Paint Finisher

4 weeks ago


Barnsley, Barnsley, United Kingdom Niftylift Ltd Full time

Starting Salary: £32,981.52 per annum.

Position Type: Permanent with opportunities for advancement and associated pay increases based on skill development, along with regular overtime at enhanced rates and monthly performance bonuses.

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a Paint Finisher & Preparation Specialist to become a vital part of our dynamic team at Niftylift Ltd. This role is situated in our advanced manufacturing facility.

We provide competitive compensation, exceptional working conditions, overtime incentives, a business performance bonus, and a generous holiday allowance of 25 days, which increases with tenure, in addition to bank holidays. Our benefits package includes healthcare options, a 5% contributory pension plan, life insurance, a profit-sharing bonus scheme, and subsidized meals.

Niftylift Ltd is recognized as a leading privately owned designer and manufacturer of mobile elevated work platforms, serving a global clientele with products available in over 40 countries. Our success is supported by a dedicated workforce of over 400 employees across our three UK manufacturing sites.

Role Overview:

The Paint Finisher & Preparation Specialist role demands a proactive team player with demonstrated expertise in paint preparation. The position requires adherence to high-quality workmanship standards within a world-class manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform hands-on tasks including shot blasting, thorough preparation, and wet spraying of various chassis and ancillary components.

Working Hours & Compensation:

  • Day Shift: 06:00 - 14:00 or 14:00 - 22:00, Monday to Thursday, with Friday shifts from 06:00 - 11:30 and 11:30 - 17:00 on a rotating basis (regular structured overtime included).
  • Night Shift: Monday to Thursday, with Friday shifts from 17:00 - 01:00 (regular structured overtime included).

Base salary of £12.81 per hour for 37.5 hours weekly, plus a guaranteed minimum bonus of £45 weekly, totaling £32,981.52. Overtime is compensated at premium rates:

  • Level A: £19.22 per hour
  • Level B: £25.62 per hour
  • Day shift premium: x1.15
  • Night shift premium: x1.33

Additionally, monthly bonuses based on business performance average between £280 and £350.

Benefits Overview:

  • Annual bonus (indicative average: £500).
  • 25 days of holiday (increasing with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidays.
  • Staff discounts and free on-site parking.
  • Subsidized meals and quarterly company lunches.
  • Health coverage for dental and optical needs (additional membership available for partners, with kids' membership included at no cost).
  • 5% contributory pension plan and life insurance coverage.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Additional Compensation:

  • Overtime at premium rates.
  • Performance-based bonus scheme.

Desired Experience:

  • Proven experience in paint application, understanding the impact of preparation quality on final results.
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations in a paint shop environment, particularly regarding Isocyanates and flammable materials.
  • Experience in a lean manufacturing or continuous improvement setting.
  • Familiarity with welding is advantageous but not mandatory.
  • Preferred experience in shot blasting and wet painting using various systems, ideally within manufacturing or automotive sectors.
  • Experience in both industrial spray painting and automotive refinishing is preferred.


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