DC Personnel are recruiting for an experienced in the area of Leicester.

Location: Area of Leicester

Salary: £15.00–£16.00 per hour, (Depending on experience)

Hours: Monday – Friday • Full-time, permanent position

About the Role:

This is a hands-on production role within a busy signage manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, spraying and finishing a range of signage components and manufactured products to a high standard.

Previous experience in wet paint spraying is required ideally within signage, manufacturing, engineering, fabrication or a similar environment. The successful candidate will take pride in producing high-quality finishes while working efficiently to meet production requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, filling and masking.
• Mix and prepare paints, primers and coatings in accordance with job specifications.
• Apply wet paint using spray guns and associated equipment.
• Achieve an even, consistent and high-quality finish.
• Spray a range of materials and manufactured components.
• Check finished products for colour, coverage, consistency and quality.
• Identify imperfections and carry out remedial work where required.
• Follow job sheets, production instructions and customer specifications.
• Safely handle and move components throughout the preparation and spraying process.
• Maintain spray guns, equipment and other tools in good working condition.
• Report any equipment faults or issues.
• Keep the paint shop and surrounding production areas clean, organised and safe.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Work efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Work closely with the wider production team to ensure orders are completed on time.

Essential Experience:

• Previous experience as a Wet Paint Sprayer / Paint Sprayer.
• Good knowledge of surface preparation, paint application and finishing techniques.
• Experience using spray guns and associated equipment.
• Good attention to detail and pride in producing a quality finish.
• Ability to follow job specifications and production instructions accurately.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Reliable, hardworking and organised.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work to production deadlines while maintaining quality standards.

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience within the signage industry.
• Experience spraying aluminium, stainless steel, acrylic or other manufactured components.
• Experience with primers, paints, lacquers and specialist coatings.
• Experience with colour matching and achieving consistent finishes.
• Experience within fabrication, engineering or manufacturing.
• Experience with masking, preparation and remedial finishing.
Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will be:
• Reliable and punctual.
• Practical and hands-on.
• Quality-focused and detail-oriented.
• Organised and able to manage their workload.
• Comfortable working in a busy production environment.
• Able to work independently while also being a strong team player.
• Safety-conscious.
• Flexible and willing to learn.
• Keen to develop a long-term career within a growing manufacturing business.

Hours & Benefits:

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Monday to Friday.
• Approximately 40 hours per week.
• Day shift.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• Company pension.
• On-site parking.
• Long-term career opportunity.

How to Apply

If you have previous wet spraying or paint spraying experience and are looking for a permanent opportunity within an established signage manufacturing environment, please submit your CV to emily@dcpersonnel.co.uk.

DC Personnel are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this permanent vacancy.

Rate of Pay

£15.00 – £16.00 per hour

Job ID – DC-W.S