AUTOMOBILE PAINTER

JOB VACANCY: PAINTER

Position: Automobile Painter

Department: Production / Finishing

Industry: Automobile Manufacturing

Location: No. 1 Akaka Road, Ode Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Painter with strong practical knowledge of engineering and automobile manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and painting vehicle bodies, components, and other metal surfaces while ensuring excellent finishing quality and compliance with engineering, production, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare vehicle bodies, panels, components, and metal surfaces for painting.

Carry out sanding, grinding, cleaning, masking, priming, and surface preparation.

Mix and apply paints, primers, coatings, and finishing materials according to specifications.

Operate spray guns and other painting equipment safely and effectively.

Read and understand basic engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Inspect painted surfaces for defects such as runs, uneven coating, scratches, bubbles, and poor adhesion.

Carry out necessary corrections and rework to achieve the required finish.

Work closely with Engineers, Finishers, Panel Beaters, Welders, and Production teams.

Demonstrate practical understanding of vehicle body materials and engineering components.

Maintain painting tools, equipment, and work areas in good condition.

Follow proper procedures for handling paints, solvents, and other materials.

Comply with all company HSE and environmental requirements.

Perform other duties assigned by the Production or Engineering Supervisor.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum of SSCE/WAEC/NECO, NABTEB, Trade Test, or Technical College qualification.

Minimum of 3 years’ practical experience in automobile painting, industrial painting, fabrication, engineering, or manufacturing.

Strong practical knowledge of engineering and automobile manufacturing processes is required.

Good knowledge of automotive paint preparation and application techniques.

Ability to read and understand basic engineering drawings and measurements.

Experience using spray guns, sanding machines, grinders, and other relevant tools.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Good knowledge of workplace safety and proper handling of painting materials.

Physically fit, reliable, disciplined, and able to work effectively in a team.

Pay: ₦150,000.00 - ₦200,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person