Skilled Painter

Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician

Location: GKN Aerospace, Filton, Bristol
Duration: 12 Months Ongoing
Standard Hours: 35 per week

SHIFTS & PAY

Training (Core Days): Monday to Thursday, 7:00am to 4:15pm (30-minute unpaid lunch)
Rate: £20.17 per hour

7 Day Fort Day Shift (post-training):

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday
Week 2: Thursday & Friday
Hours: 7:00am to 5:30pm
Rotating weekly
Rate: £25.21 per hour

Overtime: £30.26 per hour

KEY SKILLS

LEVEL 3 QUALIFICATION IN A PAINT-RELATED DISCIPLINE IS ESSENTIAL, such as an NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship, City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent Paint Spraying / Surface Finishing qualification.
A recognised paint spraying indentured apprenticeship and ideally have previous manufacturing experience in a factory environment.

PROFILE

To operate as a multi-skilled, flexible worker to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency. Tasks will be undertaken and worked through the use of:

Spraying
Paint touch up and cleaning requiring the use of:

Power tooling
Solvents and primer paints are required

KEY DELIVERABLES

Ensure parts are produced on a 'right first time' basis
Ensure that any calibrated equipment used is within date
Responsible for the timely clearance of work phases using the SAP system
Responsible for highlighting any non-conformance to the Process Team Leader
Adhering to the requirements of the GKNAF Quality Procedures
Accountable for Health & Safety requirements under Section 7 of the HASAWA 1974
To hold first party inspection approval (M02 status is subject to obtaining A stamp approval)
Responsible for general housekeeping within the area

KEY SKILLS

A recognised paint spraying indentured apprenticeship and ideally have previous manufacturing experience in a factory environment
Ability to work to standard operating procedures
Must be able to work in small teams with Process Team Leaders
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and techniques to support GKNAF continuous improvement initiatives
Self-motivated team player with good communication skills and a positive attitude
This is an excellent opportunity to join GKN Aerospace in Filton, Bristol on a long-term contract, working within a world-class aerospace manufacturing environment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed