Overview
Elsdon & Sons Ltd is looking for a dedicated and experienced spraying and staining technician to join our expert team in Great Dunmow, Essex.
We are renowned for our top-tier, custom wood finishes, and we are expanding to meet demand. The successful candidate will play a critical role in delivering the impeccable surface quality our clients expect. You will work on varied projects, from high-end furniture to architectural wood, using a range of stains and lacquers.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a professional who takes immense pride in their craftsmanship and wants to work in a well-equipped, supportive environment with high-end tools.
We value experience, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence.
Responsibilities
- Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and masking to ensure optimal paint adhesion
- Operate spray guns and other power tools to apply paint or coatings evenly across different surfaces
- Use hand tools and fabrication equipment to assist in surface preparation and assembly tasks
- Conduct quality checks on painted components to meet specified standards
- Assist with the assembly of parts as required, ensuring proper fit and finish
- Maintain a clean and organised work area, adhering to safety protocols at all times
- Follow detailed instructions and specifications for colour matching and coating thickness
- Use basic maths skills to measure and mix paints or coatings accurately
Skills
- Mechanical knowledge with the ability to operate various hand tools, power tools
- Proficiency in using hand tools such as sanders, brushes, scrapers, and masking tape applicators
- Ability to perform basic maths calculations for measurements and mixing ratios
- Warehouse experience or familiarity with industrial environments is advantageous
- Strong attention to detail with an emphasis on quality control and safety compliance
This role provides a valuable opportunity for motivated individuals looking to develop their skills within a professional manufacturing setting.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £130.00-£150.00 per day
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
