Tong Engineering is a well-established, fourth-generation engineering business with a long-standing reputation as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality vegetable and waste handling equipment. Operating from state-of-the-art, purpose-built manufacturing facilities on the edge of Spilsby, Lincolnshire, Tong Engineering manufactures advanced solutions for the UK and worldwide vegetable and waste handling industries. The company is driven by an innate vision for growth and innovation, with a commitment to nurturing a skilled workforce at the heart of the company’s success.
Our busy Paint Shop has an opportunity for someone to join the team. Although experience in a similar role would be an advantage, we will also consider anyone looking to take their first step on the career ladder, or thinking about a career change. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn powder coating and painting skills, and to develop within the business, as the Company encourages and supports upskilling and cross-training. If you have strong attention to detail, good physical stamina and the ability to work on manual tasks for extended periods, and can work independently as well as part of a team, this may just be the role for you.
Key duties and responsibilities :
- Prepare metal surfaces and fabricated assemblies for painting or powder coating, by shotblasting, cleaning, degreasing and sanding.
- Use various hand and power tools to smooth and prepare surfaces.
- Inspect surfaces for imperfections and address as needed.
- Collaborate with paint and powder coating teams to ensure that items are properly prepared for coating.
- Maintain a clean and organised workspace, ensuring tools and materials are properly stored.
- Follow health and safety procedures and use PPE when handling chemicals and using equipment.
- Ensure compliance with quality control standards, adhering to the Company’s ISO9001 quality management system.
- Maintain accurate records of prepared materials.
When you work at Tong Engineering you get to:
- Work for a local family business, established for over 90 years, where employees are valued as individuals.
- Play a part in a forward-thinking engineering company that is dedicated to manufacturing custom-built solutions that make a real difference to our customers.
- Work in a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds, with the latest production processes and modern employee facilities.
- Be part of a friendly team, working together to manufacture equipment destined for the UK and export markets.
- Join a company that is committed to building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, business partners and employees.
- Work for a company that values a strong work ethic and offers potential to develop and grow your career across multiple departments.
Basic Working Hours : Monday to Friday (42 hours per week)
Benefits :
- Overtime availability - paid at 1.2x hourly rate for overtime hours worked from Monday to Saturday, and 1.4x hourly rate for overtime hours worked on a Sunday.
- Company contribution to stakeholder pension scheme.
- Enhanced annual leave benefit.
- Enhanced sick leave benefit.
- Life Insurance cover.
- On-site parking.
Licences/Certification :
- Forklift (preferred - but full training will be provided to the right candidate).
Rate of Pay : Starting at £12.85 per hour - depending on experience.
Candidates must reside and have the right to work in the UK, without the need for VISA sponsorship.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £12.85 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Spilsby, Lincolnshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you require assistance with VISA sponsorship to work in the UK?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
