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Manpower are currently recruiting for a Prep Paint Technicians for a prestigious client based in Birmingham on a temporary ongoing basis with an immediate start
The Prep Paint Technician is an integral part of our business, the main purpose of this role is;
- To ensure the repair of motor vehicles of all types is carried out to motor manufacturer industry standards or repair methods.
- To carry out such work in an efficient, safe and economical manner, ensuring the integral quality of the vehicle and its safety is maintained.
- To employ such knowledge and skills as may be required to restore vehicles to an industry recognised acceptable standard.
Key responsibilities
- To observe, recognise and report on vehicle structure and paintwork.
- To ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on the job card.
- Removal and safe storage of vehicle components, fluids and gases as directed by work order.
- Removal and safe disposal of vehicle components and fluids as directed by work order.
- Quality control of all repairs, with final stage sign off.
- To report all faults, defects noticed whilst working on vehicles.
- To actively make sure the repair method is in the job pack and is fully read, understood (e-scribe, manufacturer or other source) and displayed with the vehicle at all times.
- To observe, recognise and report on vehicle structure and paintwork.
- To interpret and implement technical service instruction data.
- To indent for replacement parts and record usage.
- Paint repair - to be able to accurately use paint mixing schemes, computerised scales, spray booths and drying lamps.
- To ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on job card.
- Application of topcoat to manufacturer's specification.
- Preparation of repaired areas as directed by work order, in readiness for application of topcoat.
Skills Required
- Experience in prep and polish work within an automotive bodyshop environment
- Knowledge of sanding, masking, priming, and polishing techniques
- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering flawless finishes
- Team player with a proactive attitude
This is a temporary ongoing position with an immediate start working days paying 19.23 per hour
