About Hartwell
Hartwell Manufacturing is a family-run engineering business with nearly 50 years of experience delivering high-quality acoustic enclosures and heavy steel fabrication projects. From our Ossett headquarters, we support clients in the power, data centre and industrial sectors with engineered solutions built on precision, collaboration and reliability. The culture is hands-on, team-focused and proud of the work we produce.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Labourer / Paint Prepper to join our manufacturing team in Sheffield on a temporary basis.
Although the job title includes Labourer, this is not a general labouring position. We need someone with previous experience preparing steel or metal components for painting within a manufacturing, engineering, fabrication or bodyshop environment.
You'll spend your day preparing large fabricated steel components ready for paint by sanding, grinding, sealing, cleaning and carrying out surface preparation work to a high standard. This is a physically active role within a busy production environment where quality and attention to detail are essential.
If you've previously worked as a Paint Prepper, Fabrication Prepper, Metal Prepper, Bodyshop Prepper or in a similar engineering role, we'd like to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing large steel fabrications ready for painting
- Sanding, grinding and smoothing metal surfaces
- Sealing joints and carrying out preparation work before painting
- Cleaning down and degreasing steel components
- Using air tools, grinders, sanders and other preparation equipment
- Masking components where required
- Removing imperfections and ensuring surfaces meet paint standards
- Following work instructions and production schedules
- Maintaining a clean and safe working area
- Supporting the wider paint department as required
- Following all health and safety procedures
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience preparing metal or steel surfaces for painting is essential
- Experience with sanding, grinding, sealing and cleaning surfaces before paint
- Confident using air tools, DA sanders, grinders and similar equipment
- Experience within manufacturing, engineering, fabrication or bodyshop environments
- A practical, hands-on approach and strong work ethic
- Good attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
- Reliable with good attendance
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Forklift licence advantageous but not essential
Important
Please note: this is not a general labouring vacancy. Applicants must have previous experience preparing metal surfaces for painting, including sanding, grinding, sealing, cleaning and other paint preparation work within an engineering, manufacturing, fabrication or bodyshop environment.
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have sanding, grinding, sealing and prepping experience for large fabrication?
Work Location: In person
