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Gi Group
Paint Prepper
Central London, London
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- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Salary
- 13.50 - 13.60 GBP Hourly
- Recruiter
- Gi Group
- Closes
- 18 Sep 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Freelance
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
We're looking for a Paint Prep / Parts Preparation Technician to prepare manufactured parts and components for the painting and finishing process. You'll ensure parts are cleaned, inspected, masked, sanded and correctly staged so they meet quality standards and are ready for efficient painting.
Location: Ruislip, London
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am-3:18pm
Pay rate: 13.60 per hour
Key Responsibilities for Paint Prepper:
Prepare metal and manufactured parts for painting, coating, or finishingClean, degrease, sand, grind, scuff and prepare surfaces as requiredRemove dirt, oil, grease, rust, scale, burrs and other contaminantsMask and plug areas that must not receive paint/coatingInspect parts for defects, surface imperfections and damage prior to paintingCarry out minor surface repairs/corrections as neededFollow work instructions, drawings, specifications and production schedulesStage and identify parts for the paint departmentLoad/unload, rack, hang or position parts for processingOperate hand tools, power tools, sanders, grinders and prep equipment safelyComplete quality checks before parts move to the next operationMaintain a clean, organised work area and meet housekeeping standardsCommunicate any issues with parts, equipment or requirements to supervisors/quality
Skills & Requirements for Paint Prepper:
Manufacturing/metal preparation/painting/finishing experience preferredAble to read and follow basic work instructions and production drawingsConfident using hand and power toolsGood attention to detail and able to spot surface defectsWorks well independently and as part of a teamReliable, punctual and safety-consciousComfortable with repetitive physical tasks in a manufacturing environmentWilling to learn company-specific processes and equipment
Work Environment:
Workshop/manufacturing production settingStanding for long periods and handling metal partsExposure to adhesives, polishing compounds and light machineryPPE such as gloves, eye protection and masks required depending on tasks
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.
Ad ID: 5418846635
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