Hand Paint Sprayer – Kitchen Manufacturing
Location
South Yorkshire (Manufacturing Facility / Spray Shop)
Salary
£35,000 per annum
Employment Type
Full-time, Permanent
About Us
Our client is a leading kitchen manufacturing company committed to delivering premium-quality painted kitchens. Their workshop is a hub of craftsmanship and efficiency, with a strong focus on detail and finish. Our client prides themselves on using skilled sprayers to achieve the highest standard of finish on every door and component.
Role Overview
As a Hand Paint Sprayer, you will work in the spray booth applying high-quality finishes (including pigmented, solvent & two-pack paints) to kitchen doors, panels, and components. You’ll be part of a dedicated finishing team, ensuring that every piece meets our strict quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare timber / MDF / furniture components for spraying (sanding, masking, cleaning)
Mix and apply primers, topcoats, and lacquers using hand spray equipment
Maintain consistency of colour, sheen, and coverage on all sprayed components
Inspect work post-spray; identify and correct any defects (runs, dust, etc.)
Clean and maintain spray guns, booth filters, and other equipment
Keep the spray area tidy; follow 5S / housekeeping practices
Record production and quality data (paint usage, rejects, rework)
Observe all health and safety procedures, especially regarding handling of paint, solvents, and PPE
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives around finish quality, throughput, and efficiency
Person Specification / Skills & Experience
Proven experience in furniture or kitchen spraying / hand spraying (ideally 2+ years)
Experience with different paint systems: pigmented paints, water-based coatings, 2-pack lacquer.
Excellent attention to detail — a good eye for finish, surface quality, and consistency
Good understanding of spray preparation: sanding, masking, cleaning, reworking rejects
Ability to work both independently and as part of a finishing team.
Good communication skills and willingness to learn new techniques
Physical stamina — able to handle manual work, lift components, spend time on your feet
Strong commitment to health & safety: use of PPE, correct storage of paints, cleaning / disposal of waste
Flexible approach to overtime when production requires it
Benefits
Competitive salary up to £35,000 p.a. DOE
Overtime opportunities
Training and development – Our client invests in their finishing team to improve skills and techniques
Pension scheme
Friendly, skilled team culture
Modern spray facilities / well-equipped workshop
Working Hours
Monday to Friday with flexible shift patterns
Overtime may be available, particularly during busy periods
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining:
Your experience in hand-spray finishing (kitchens, furniture, or similar)
Which paint systems you've worked with (water-based, 2-pack, etc.)
Why you want to apply for this job
Simon Acres Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy