Cotswold Living Ltd

Furniture Paint Prep Operative (Sanding &amp; Denibbing) £13.50–£14.50 per hour depending on experience (£27,000–£29,000 a year) | Longbridge Deverill, near Warminster
About the role Arboretum makes high-quality painted and oak-topped free-standing furniture. We’re looking for an experienced paint prep operative to make sure every piece is in perfect condition before it reaches our sprayers.
You’ll check, sand, fill and denib furniture before and after base coat, so it’s ready for a flawless top coat. Prep is where a quality finish starts. Small defects missed here show up in the final finish, so this role needs real attention to detail.
We’re committed to high quality at every stage of the finishing process, and we’re always looking for better ways of working. We’re also moving from A/C (acid catalyst) to water-based finishes. We want someone who takes pride in high standards and is open to new processes as the business develops.
Duties
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<li>Inspecting furniture for defects such as dents, grain issues, open joints and filler shrinkage before finishing.</li>
<li>Sanding and filling free-standing cabinet furniture to prepare for base coat.</li>
<li>Denibbing between coats to prepare for top coat.</li>
<li>Checking your own work and raising any issues before pieces move on.</li>
<li>Working closely with base coaters and top coaters so work flows smoothly through the shop.</li>
<li>Moving furniture safely in and out of prep and spray areas.</li>
<li>Keeping the prep area clean and dust-controlled, and maintaining sanding equipment.</li>
<li>Following health and safety procedures, including correct use of RPE and dust extraction.</li>
</ul>
What we’re looking for
<ul>
<li>Proven experience in sanding and paint preparation in furniture, joinery, kitchens or a similar finishing environment.</li>
<li>A sharp eye for detail and the ability to spot defects that others miss.</li>
<li>A genuine team player who helps colleagues improve quality and deals with problems calmly and constructively.</li>
<li>A real commitment to health and safety, for yourself and the people around you.</li>
<li>A proactive, motivated attitude and a willingness to adapt as we develop new processes and finishes.</li>
<li>Good physical fitness, as the role involves lifting and moving furniture.</li>
<li>Own transport is recommended due to our rural location.</li>
</ul>
Progression As our finishing team develops, there is scope for the right person to build their skills across the finishing process.
Benefits
<ul>
<li>All breaks paid, and a Friday half-day every week</li>
<li>Overtime at time and a half</li>
<li>Company pension</li>
<li>RPE provided</li>
<li>Free on-site parking</li>
<li>Casual dress</li>
</ul>
Experience
<ul>
<li>Furniture or joinery sanding and paint preparation: 2 years (required)</li>
</ul>
Paid breaks, shorter working week All breaks are paid and we finish at 12 pm every Friday. You’re paid for 38.5 hours a week but work 35.25.
Overtime at time and a half.
Hours: Mon–Thu 7:30am–4:00pm, Fri 7:30am–12:00pm. All breaks paid. Holiday: Bank holidays off. Part of the holiday is taken during our Christmas shutdown.
Work location: In person
Pay: £27,027.00-£29,029.00 per year
Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Casual dress</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>On-site parking</li>
</ul>
Experience:
<ul>
<li>Furniture or joinery sanding and paint preparation: 2 years (required)</li>
</ul>
Work Location: In person

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