Spray Painter

**Painter/Sprayer**

The X-Cel Group, consisting of X-Cel Superturn and Vector X-Cel are manufacturers of high specification component parts and assemblies, with HQ based in the national hub of engineering expertise - the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP) S60 5FS, and at Bessemer Way, S60 1FB.

The successful applicant will be based at Vector House, S60 1FB - close to M1 junction 34.

This is a permanent, full time role for an experienced **Painter/Sprayer**, who is required to effectively finish our machined components to the required highest quality standards.

**Duties and responsibilities include;**
- The industrial spray coating of machined components (using HVLP equipment and Xylan/Molykote paint)
- Application of protective thermosetting PTFE resin and other coatings to specific thickness and adhesion properties as defined by customer and national standards (experience of this is critical)
- Surface preparation of products to be coated using mechanical blasting and chemical processes
- Handling high value parts in a safe and careful manner (weighing up to 7 tonnes) with the use of overhead lifting equipment
- Commitment to consistently producing a quality product including inspecting and recording accurate and auditable information.
- Adhere to strict Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and legislation.
- Previous experience as an HVLP sprayer
- Previous Blasting experience (advantageous)
- NVQ Level 1 or 2 in Finishing (advantageous)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent timekeeping skills with the ability to manage your own workload
- Strong work ethic with ‘will do’ attitude
- Desire to learn
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

**Core hours of work**:
This is a Dual Shift position, whereby the job holder will work Day & PM shift on a weekly recurring basis
- Day shift: Monday-Thursday 07:00-16:00, Friday 07:00-12:00 (39 hours per week)

PM shift: Monday to Thursday 16:00-02:30 (40 hours per week)

**Benefits**:

- Competitive pay grading system with weekly pay & regular overtime
- Enhanced pay rate when working PM shift
- 32 days holiday including statutory holidays
- Modern, clean and safe working environment with onsite parking
- Profit sharing bonus scheme after qualifying period
- Enhanced pension contribution
- PPE provided

Enquiries in confidence are welcome.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £14.06 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

**Benefits**:

- Canteen
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

**Experience**:

- industrial paint spray: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person