Paint Sprayer Finisher

£18.00 – £20.00 per hour, dependent on experience

Our busy well-established specialist manufacturing business based in the Huntingdon area are looking for a permanent Paint Sprayer Finisher to join their team. The business operates a fully equipped in-house spray finishing facility including a dedicated spray booth and drying room.

This is a hands-on, ownership role where you will take full responsibility for the spray finishing department — preparing products for finishing and applying a range of high-quality finishes to an exceptional standard. 

Main responsibilities for the Paint Sprayer Finisher 

• Operate and manage the in-house spray finishing department, including the spray booth and drying room
• Prepare products for the application of spray finishes, including sanding, filling, and priming as required
• Apply coloured stains, clear lacquers, and wet spray colours to a very high standard using gravity-fed guns and pump equipment
• Ensure all finished products meet the quality standards expected for high-end bespoke work
• Order finishing materials and manage stock levels to ensure the department operates without interruption
• Work collaboratively with the wider production team to ensure products are ready for finishing at the right stage
• Maintain a safe, clean, and tidy working environment at all times in line with health and safety requirements
• Report any equipment issues, material shortages, or quality concerns promptly

Skills/experience required for the Paint Sprayer Finisher

• Proven experience as a Sprayer, Finisher, or in a similar role applying finishes.
• Experience operating spray equipment including gravity-fed guns and pump systems
• Ability to apply a range of finishes including stains, lacquers, and wet spray colours to a high standard
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality finishing
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements when working with spray equipment and finishing materials
• Organised and self-motivated, able to manage a department and stock levels independently

Hours of work for the Paint Sprayer Finisher

Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 16:30

For more information please contact Lisa Parsons on 01480 431888

Cut & Crease Operator 

£34,600 to £39,000 plus benefits 

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Cut & Crease Operator to join a well-established print and packaging company based in the Huntingdonshire area. This is a permanent opportunity to join a busy production environment where you will be responsible for producing high-quality printed packaging products to customer specifications.

Working as a Cut & Crease Operator, you will be joining an experienced production team within a successful business that provides specialist print and packaging solutions to a wide range of customers. This position would suit someone with previous cutting, creasing or die-cutting experience who is looking for a stable, long-term opportunity within the print and packaging industry.

Main Responsibilities for the Cut & Crease Operator:

• Setting and operating cut and crease machinery
• Setting cutting and creasing accurately for each production job
• Producing work in accordance with job specifications and production requirements
• Carrying out machine make-readies and adjustments
• Checking printed materials for quality, accuracy and consistency
• Monitoring machinery throughout production runs
• Identifying and resolving minor machine or production issues
• Ensuring production targets and deadlines are achieved
• Minimising material waste wherever possible
• Completing relevant production and quality documentation
• Carrying out routine machine checks and basic maintenance
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Working closely with colleagues across the print and production departments

Skills/Experience for the Cut & Crease Operator:

• Previous experience working as a Cut & Crease Operator or within a similar print finishing position
• Experience operating cut and crease or die-cutting machinery
• Previous experience within the print, packaging, carton or print finishing industry
• Good understanding of cutting and creasing processes
• Experience working with printed board, cartonboard or similar materials
• Ability to accurately set machinery and work from job specifications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Good mechanical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively within a busy production environment
• Reliable with a good attitude towards health & safety and quality standards

Hours of work for the Cut & Crease Operator:

Days and Nights shift pattern 12 hour (averages a 40 hour working week) 

Benefits for the Cut & Crease Operator:

Up to 30-minute paid break during shift

Overtime paid at 1.25 once contractual hours worked – premium increases to 1.5 overtime rate, once 48 hours per week is exceeded

Holidays

Free vend tea, coffee, hot chocolate, soup

Group Life assurance (4 x annual salary)

Aviva Company pension scheme

Medicash insurance scheme (Dental, Optical etc)

Employee assistance programme

Retail discount scheme

Free on-site parking

Reward and recognition scheme

Employee referral programme

 

Based in Huntingdonshire

For more details on the Cut & Crease Operator please contact Lisa Parsons