Polish Technician

Polish TechnicianLocation: Pontypool

Hourly Rate: £16.70 (Inclusive of 15% shift allowance) 
Shift Pattern: Monday–Friday, rotating weekly
Shifts: 06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00
Contract: Temporary 

 

Pertemps are currently recruiting for an experienced Polisher to join a specialist automotive manufacturing business in Pontypool.

The RoleAs a Polisher, you will be responsible for correcting and finishing painted automotive components to a high standard, ensuring products meet the required quality and aesthetic expectations.

 

Your duties will include:

• Using machine-operated polishers to rectify paint defects
  
  
• Hand polishing and finishing where required
  
  
• Preparing surfaces and correcting paint defects and contamination
  
  
• Identifying and resolving surface imperfections
  
  
• Working closely with the paint department to rectify defects
  
  
• Following established production processes and build instructions
  
  
• Completing quality checks and ensuring high standards are maintained
  
  
• Maintaining good housekeeping and hygiene standards
  
  
• Working to production deadlines and targets
  
  
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and product quality
  
  

About YouThe successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience in machine polishing, vehicle detailing or automotive finishing
  
  
• Experience correcting surface defects and paint contamination
  
  
• An understanding of paint finishes and paint thickness
  
  
• Experience with external paint detailing and surface finishing
  
  
• Excellent attention to detail
  
  
• The ability to work to strict deadlines and production targets
  
  
• A proactive and positive approach to work
  
  
• Good communication and teamwork skills
  
  
• The ability to follow SOPs and established processes
  
  

An automotive trade qualification in a related discipline, such as machine polishing or vehicle detailing, would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• £14.52 per hour
  
  
• 15% shift allowance paid on top
  
  
• Monday–Friday rotating weekly shifts
  
  
• Week 1: 06:00–14:00
  
  
• Week 2: 14:00–22:00
  
  
• Ongoing opportunity
  
  
• The chance to work within a specialist automotive manufacturing environment
  
  

 

If you have experience in polishing, paint correction, vehicle detailing or automotive finishing, we'd love to hear from you.

 

Apply today or contact Pertemps on 02920 220776 for more information.