Paint Prepper – Day and Twilight Shift
Crosby Composites are a leading carbon fibre manufacturer working predominately in high end, luxury automotive and formula 1. Established in 1982 we have almost 40 years’ experience of innovation in this field. With IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001: 2015 accreditations we can support our customers with all their needs and work to the highest industry standards.
We have a passion and a drive to deliver the very best and are now continuing on our journey of growth and development through the growth of our teams, across both sites. We are a company of opportunities and are looking for individuals who want to be a part of that development to join our team.
We have opportunities for Paint Preppers to join our Wellingborough Paint-Shop. We work to the highest standards and our Paint-Shop team are a critical part of managing this and supporting the production areas.
This is a day shift, working Monday to Friday. Core hours are 8am to 4:30pm. We offer competitive rates of pay, company pension, 23 days holiday plus the bank holidays, private healthcare and the opportunity for overtime during peak periods.
The twilight shift, working Monday to Thursday. Core hours are 4:30pm to 3:00am. We offer competitive rates of pay, plus a 20% night-shift premium, company pension, 19 days holiday plus the bank holidays, private healthcare and the opportunity for overtime during peak periods.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Responsibilities
- Understanding the preparation process required in order to achieve a high paint standard.
- Quality checks on completion.
- Adhere to all requirements for hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal.
- Ability to produce high-quality parts.
- Follow work instructions.
- Meeting the customer requirements.
SKILLS:
- Previous carbon fibre prepping experience an advantage.
- Preparation of raw parts for primer.
- Preparation of primer for topcoat.
- Able to remove shape issues from a panel to give a flat surface.
- Able to use filler for pinholes and voids.
ATTRIBUTES:
- Experience in a high-pressured/fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of the Automotive, Aerospace and/or Motorsport industry.
- Able to work to deadlines.
- Can follow verbal and written instructions.
- Works well with a team and independently.
- Extremely detail orientated.
- Strong communication skills.
