We are seeking an experienced Paint Shop Team Leader to take ownership of our client’s paint shop operations. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will lead from the front, delivering high-quality powder coating and wet spray finishes while driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will play a key role in developing the paint shop into a centre of excellence, ensuring production targets are met and quality standards are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Ownership

Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the paint shop Lead, motivate, and develop a team of paint shop operatives Plan and allocate work to meet production schedules and priorities Set and maintain high standards of workmanship, organisation, and discipline Identify and implement improvements to processes, quality, and efficiency

Technical & Production

Carry out powder coating and wet spraying to a high industrial standard Prepare, mask, and inspect components prior to coating Operate and maintain spray booths, ovens, and paint equipment Perform aluminium pre-treatment processes including Iridite NCP (training provided) Work to SOPs, technical data sheets, and safety data sheets Monitor production progress and report issues or overruns

Quality

Ensure all finishes meet specification and quality requirements Carry out in-process quality checks and maintain accurate records Inve...