Trailer Manufacture Painter
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Trailer and Tipper Painter/Sprayer (1x Day Shift and 1x Late Shift)
Rates:
Day rate from £15.00 to £20.68 per hour depending on experience with a 1.25x premium for late shift working
Fruehauf Trailers is a globally recognised leader in the manufacturing of high-quality commercial tipping trailers, with a proud heritage dating back over a century.
Originating in the United States, Fruehauf has established itself as a trusted name in the transport industry, known for innovation, reliability, and engineering excellence.
Our UK operations are based in Grantham, where we produce a wide range of industry-leading trailers designed to meet the demands of modern logistics. As part of our team, you will be joining a company with a strong reputation and a commitment to growth, offering excellent career prospects, training, and development opportunities in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.
Trailer Manufacture Painters:You will be responsible for painting trailers/tippers; both new builds and refurbishment jobs.
Duties include:- Mixing paints
- Spraying to a high standard
- Polishing finished work
- Rectifying any snags to ensure a flawless result
- Requirements & Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a similar environment (commercial vehicles, plant, or industrial painting preferred)
- Strong attention to detail
- Committed to delivering top-quality work
- Able to prepare, mask, mix, spray, polish and finish to the highest standard
- Able to identify and use the correct paints and materials
- Ability to read technical documentation and instructions. Due to this, and the importance of Health & Safety, you should have a good standard of written and spoken English
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment
- Adherence to health and safety regulations within a manufacturing setting
- Competitive hourly rate and overtime opportunities.
- Supportive team environment with progression opportunities.
- Company Pension scheme
- Stable and long-term employment in a growing industry
- Free onsite parking
39 hours per week
Days:
Monday to Thursday 06:00 to 15:00 and Friday 06:00 to 11:00
Nights:
Monday to Thursday 15:00 to 00:00 and Friday 15:00 to 20:00
Fruehauf is an Equal Opportunities employer:
We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Fruehauf provides a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
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