Paintshop Operative

About the role

As a Paintshop Operative at Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions in Ballygawley, you will play a key role in preparing and finishing components for powder coating, ensuring products meet high standards of quality, durability, and appearance. Working within the coating shed, you will contribute to the smooth flow of production by preparing materials, supporting coating processes, and maintaining strong safety and quality standards. Your work directly supports operational efficiency and Sandvik's purpose of advancing the world through engineering .

Responsibilities

• Prepare components for powder coating, including cleaning, sanding, masking, and surface preparation
• Load, hang, and unload parts onto the powder coating line in sequence of production requirements
• Receipt and track parts and paint kits using handheld scanning equipment
• Carry out inspection of coated parts to ensure quality, finish, and specification standards are met
• Maintain equipment, follow safe systems of work, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Essential Qualifications & Skills
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, paintshop, or industrial environment
• Ability to operate hand tools and carry out mechanical preparation tasks
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality finishes
• Good organisational skills and ability to work to production targets
• Positive, reliable team player with strong work ethic
• Preferred Qualifications & Skills
• Knowledge of powder coating processes or industrial coating applications
• Forklift license
• Experience working in a fast‑paced production environment
• Exposure to Lean or continuous improvement practices
• Work Environment
• On‑site role based in Ballygawley within a paintshop/coating shed
• Standard working hours: Monday-Thursday: 7 :00am - 4:00pm
• Friday: 7 :00am - 1:00pm
• Work may involve fast‑paced production environments and meeting output targets
• Company Description
• We are guided by Sandvik's core values - Winning together, Curiosity, Responsibility, and Customer focus . These values shape how we work every day, encouraging teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and a strong focus on delivering value to our customers.
• Benefits & Perks
• Growth Opportunities: Access to learning and development programs
• Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Health & Wellbeing: Westfield Health Cash Plan and Occupational Health support
• Financial Security: Pension scheme, Group Income Protection, and Life Assurance
• Convenience: On‑site car parking and canteen facilities
• How to Apply
• Learn more about Sandvik and apply via Careers - Sandvik Group (Job ID: R0089865). The closing date for applications is Friday 26th June 2026
• For any queries, please contact mobileshr@sandvik.com .
• Note: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK or hold a valid permit. This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or relocation support. #LI-DN

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Paintshop Operative Location: Ballygawley, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland Job ID: R0089865 Paintshop Operative

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