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Salary: £50,000 - 55,000 / year

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17/12/2025

South London

Tyler Markwell

Automated Spray Paint Line Operator

Salary: Up to £55,000 (DOE)
Location: South London
Hours: Monday to Friday (Full Time)

About the Client/role

Oval Deene Recruitment are representing a well-established bespoke joinery manufacturer is seeking an experienced Automated Spray Paint Line Operator to manage and operate a high-quality automated spray finishing line. This role is ideal for a skilled professional with strong knowledge of spray finishes for bespoke joinery, cabinetry, and high-end wood products.

You will be responsible for ensuring consistent, premium-quality finishes while maintaining efficiency, safety, and equipment performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and oversee an automated spray paint line within a bespoke joinery environment
Prepare, spray, and finish high-end joinery components to exacting standards
Set up, adjust, and programme spray equipment to suit different products, materials, and finishes
Monitor paint quality, coverage, colour consistency, and curing processes
Carry out routine maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting of spray line equipment
Work with a range of finishes including lacquers, paints, primers, and specialist coatings
Ensure all work meets quality control standards and project specifications
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised spray booth and production area
Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations
Collaborate with production, quality, and finishing teams to meet delivery schedules

Requirements / Skills:

Proven experience operating automated spray paint lines
Strong background in bespoke joinery, cabinetry, or high-end wood manufacturing
In-depth knowledge of spray finishing techniques and materials
Ability to adjust and optimise spray processes for different components
High attention to detail and commitment to producing premium-quality finishes
Experience with fault-finding and basic mechanical or process troubleshooting
Understanding of health and safety requirements in a spray environment
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Desirable

Experience working with high-end or luxury joinery products
Knowledge of paint systems and automated finishing technology
Leadership or mentoring experience within a finishing department

What’s on Offer:

Salary up to £55,000, depending on experience
Stable Monday to Friday working pattern
Opportunity to work on high-quality, bespoke joinery projects
Long-term role within a professional and well-equipped manufacturing environment