Manufacturing Paint Technician

Department: Manufacturing Experience: 4–7 Years Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Candidates currently based in the UAE who are available to join immediately or within a short notice period are preferred. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician – Spray Painting to support aerospace production activities. The candidate will be responsible for surface preparation, spray painting, coating application, and finishing of aerospace components, including metallic and composite structures. Candidates with hands-on spray-painting experience in aerospace, automotive, or precision manufacturing environments will be preferred. Key Responsibilities Perform industrial spray painting of aerospace components, assemblies, and structures. Carry out surface preparation, including sanding, cleaning, degreasing, masking, and priming. Operate HVLP and conventional spray-painting equipment. Apply epoxy primers, polyurethane coatings, and other specified industrial coatings. Prepare paint mixtures according to manufacturer specifications, including mixing ratios and viscosity requirements. Ensure uniform coating thickness, colour consistency, adhesion, and surface finish. Identify and rectify painting defects such as overspray, orange peel, runs, and uneven coatings. Conduct visual quality inspections and support coating thickness verification. Maintain spray booths, spray guns, and associated painting equipment. Follow production schedules, manufacturing work instructions, quality requirements, and HSE procedures. Coordinate with production and quality teams to ensure components meet finishing specifications. Required Qualifications & Skills Minimum 4 years of practical experience in industrial spray painting, preferably in aerospace or automotive production. Strong hands-on experience in spray painting, surface preparation, priming, and finishing. Proficiency in HVLP or conventional spray-painting techniques. Knowledge of paint mixing, coating materials, spray patterns, and application techniques. Experience painting metallic and/or composite components. Ability to identify and correct paint defects and maintain consistent finishing quality. Understanding of spray booth operations, PPE, chemical handling, and workplace safety. Preferred Qualifications Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing. Familiarity with aerospace coating specifications and quality requirements. Experience applying coatings to composite airframes, fuselages, wings, and structural components. Experience working in a structured manufacturing or production environment. Show more Show less