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Rolls-Royce Power Systems

Materials Painter

Winsford
Posted about 22 hours ago
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Materials Painter

Location: Winsford

Job Type: Full time Onsite


Job Description

At Rolls-Royce, we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

To prepare, prime and spray paint rail power packs and associated components to the highest quality standards, ensuring all work complies with customer specifications, engineering drawings, environmental regulations and health & safety requirements. The role supports the overhaul and refurbishment of diesel engine power packs for the rail industry.


What you will be doing

  • Prepare rail power packs, engines and associated components for painting by cleaning, degreasing, sanding and masking.
  • Apply primers, undercoats and topcoats using conventional and airless spray equipment.
  • Ensure paint finishes meet customer, quality and cosmetic standards.
  • Mix paints and coatings accurately in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.
  • Carry out minor surface repairs and filler work where required.
  • Inspect completed work for defects and rectify any imperfections before release.
  • Maintain paint booths, spray equipment and associated tooling in a clean and serviceable condition.
  • Follow production schedules to meet delivery deadlines.
  • Read and interpret, work instructions and paint specifications.
  • Complete all production and quality documentation accurately.
  • Comply with COSHH regulations and safe handling of paints, thinners and hazardous materials.
  • Wear and maintain appropriate PPE at all times.
  • Support continuous improvement activities and maintain high housekeeping standards using 5S principles.

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Position Qualifications

  • Previous industrial spray painting experience, preferably within rail, heavy engineering, aerospace or automotive.
  • Knowledge of two-pack epoxy and polyurethane paint systems.
  • Experience using air-assisted, airless or conventional spray equipment.
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to achieving high-quality finishes.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
  • Good understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements.

Preferred requirements

  • Experience painting diesel engines or rail power packs.
  • Knowledge of overhaul or refurbishment environments.
  • Awareness of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques
  • Quality focused
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Safety conscious
  • Reliable and dependable
  • Problem solving
  • Good communication skills

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Power Systems

Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.


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Skills

Industrial Spray Painting
Two-pack Epoxy Paint Systems
Polyurethane Paint Systems
Airless Spray Equipment
Surface Preparation
COSHH Regulations
5S Principles
Quality Inspection
Paint Mixing
Masking
Degreasing
Lean Manufacturing

Location

Winsford, England, United Kingdom

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