Trainee Paint Masker
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Position Overview & Specifications
Nortam Finishing is a busy paint finishing company. We mainly deal with Aerospace, Defence and Medical parts.
Many of the parts we finish require intricate and delicate masking, which needs to be applied before the painting process.
We are looking for 2 trainee candidates to join the company. The role would suit someone that has good hand-eye coordination, great attention to detail and, at times, works well under pressure.
No experience is required because full training will be given. This is a good, entry level opportunity for someone to begin their career in the aerospace and paint finishing industry.
You will join a small team in the masking room, applying masking to all manner of metal components and parts before it enters the spraying booth.
£10.00-£14.00 per hour.
Hourly rate will depend on age and/or any previous experience or transferrable skills.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from anyone that is interested in the above role.
Full Time Working Hours are: Monday - Thursday 0800-1700 & Friday 0800-1300.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.00-£14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Exeter, EX2 8PQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Paint Masker roles across Nortam Finishing's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £14 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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