VACANCIES
Vacancies in Materials Finishing
Role Snapshot
| Job Title | Application Technician |
| Location | Birmingham |
| Salary / Package | £27,000 - £30,000 |
| Contract Type / Hours | Full time, 37.5 hours per week |
About Us
Indestructible Paint is a Birmingham-based manufacturer of high-performance coatings and specialist surface treatments for aerospace, aero engine, gas turbine, defence and advanced engineering sectors worldwide.
Since 1978, we have developed and manufactured coatings designed to protect critical components operating in demanding environments. Our products are engineered to deliver resistance to high temperatures, corrosion, oxidation, abrasion and aggressive operating fluids, ensuring reliable performance in aerospace and industrial applications.
Having recently come under new ownership, Indestructible Paint is expanding its team with a renewed focus on growth, while maintaining our industry-recognised standards of quality and innovation
The Role
We are looking for an Application Technician to join our technical team. In this role, you will carry out hands-on coatings application and substrate preparation, following defined instructions, job cards and schedules so that every finished job meets specification. You will be supported day to day by our Senior Application Technician and work under the technical direction of our Technical and Compliance Manager, helping to deliver customer projects, product evaluations and qualification work safely, on time and right first time.
Key Responsibilities
- Applying coating systems in line with approved work instructions, job cards, specifications and application schedules
- Preparing substrates, components, test panels and materials, and operating application equipment safely and effectively
- Supporting coating applications for customer projects, product evaluations, testing programmes and qualification work
- Keeping application equipment clean, safe and operational through routine checks, basic maintenance and good housekeeping
- Carrying out visual checks and basic process verification, and escalating quality concerns or process deviations
- Working to health, safety, environmental and COSHH requirements, using PPE correctly and contributing to continuous improvement
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Coatings applied accurately to specifications and right first time
- Scheduled application work completed on time, with reliable support to projects and trials
- Application equipment kept clean, safe and operational, with consistent adherence to procedures and safe working
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Relevant practical or technical training, or equivalent experience
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and work to specification
- Awareness of safe working with coatings, solvents and equipment
- A practical, hands-on approach with a strong eye for accuracy and consistency
- Willingness to undertake application and safety training
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Positive and professional approach
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement
Desirable:
- Practical experience of coating application or a related hands-on technical or production role
- Experience of preparing substrates, components or test panels for coating
- Familiarity with COSHH requirements and safe chemical handling
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
- Ability to undertake manual handling tasks, including lifting containers and materials
- Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a production environment
- Work involves handling chemicals and hazardous materials, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures
- Exposure to a production environment including noise, fumes, and varying temperatures
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory
What We Offer
- Quarterly bonus depending on company and personal performance
- 23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day with every 5 years of service)
- WPA Health Cash Plan
- Company pension
- Death in Service Benefit
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Extra development and CPD opportunities
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your suitability for the role to:
- recruitment@indestructible.co.uk
- Closing date: 20 November 2026
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background.
Paragon Plating - Electroplater
Paragon Plating in West Sussex are urgently seeking to recruit an Electroplater for an immediate start. The ideal candidate will have experience in the electroplating environment with a track record of producing high quality work for a wide range of customers.
The Role
- Responsible for carrying out a variety of electroplating processes on manufactured components
- Knowledge and experience in a range of electroplating processes such as ENIG, Tin, …….
- Previous experience in preparing components using masking and surface preparation techniques
- Be able to jig and wire components ready for processing
- Excellent attention to detail is important ensuring the components consistently meet the highest standards
- You must be able to complete work to the correct quality and specifications
- Be able to use an XRF machine – training can be given
- Inspect finished components to ensure accuracy
- Maintain plating equipment and solutions
- Handle components safely and efficiently
Experience
- Must have previous experience of working in a plating environment
- Must have an understanding of electroplating processes and procedures
- Able to interpret drawings and specifications
- Have a high level of accuracy
- You must be physically fit, comfortable with manual handling and able to lift up to 25kg
- Be reliable and hard working
- Able to work safely
- Basic IT skills
Details
- Hours 7.00 to 3.30pm Monday to Friday with 30 minute unpaid lunch break
- Location Billingshurst, West Sussex (15 minutes from Horsham and 40 minutes from Crawley and Gatwick)
- Competitive rates of pay dependant on experience.
- Free on-site parking
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send in your CV and cover letter to accounts@paragonplating.co.uk.
Job Title: Operations Supervisor - Plating
📍 Location: Ramsgate, Kent
📅 Full-time | Permanent
Why join us?
Are you a driven Operations Supervisor looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced engineering environment?
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of daily operations, lead a skilled team, and play a key role in delivering high-quality products in a safety-critical environment. You’ll have the chance to influence performance, develop people, and drive continuous improvement in a business with a strong reputation and long-term growth plans.
What you’ll be doing
As an Operations Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for leading day-to-day production activities and ensuring everything runs safely, efficiently, and on schedule across the Plating department.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and coordinating daily operations to meet production, quality, and delivery targets
- Managing production schedules to drive efficiency, throughput, and on-time delivery
- Identifying and resolving bottlenecks, risks, and operational challenges
- Driving clear communication through team briefings and performance reviews
- Monitoring performance using KPIs and data to identify improvement opportunities
- Ensuring equipment and processes are maintained and operating effectively
- Maintaining a safe, organised, and high-performing working environment
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
Leading your team
A big part of this role is developing people and building a positive, high-performance culture.
You will:
- Lead, coach, and motivate a team in the Plating department
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development
- Manage performance and build skills capability and succession plans
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, logistics, etc.)
- Champion a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Driving safety & continuous improvement
Safety and quality are at the heart of everything we do.
- Promote a strong health & safety culture and ensure compliance at all times
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, Kaizen)
- Investigate issues and implement root cause corrective actions
- Support high standards of quality and regulatory compliance
What we’re looking for
Essential:
- Experience in supervision in a Plating environment
- Strong understanding of operational processes and continuous improvement principles
- Confident using systems such as ERP and Microsoft 365 tools
- Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
Desirable:
- Engineering qualification (or equivalent experience)
- Exposure to Lean or Six Sigma methodologies
- Experience in a regulated or safety-critical environment
About you
- A hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- A confident communicator who can influence at all levels
- Results-focused with a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Passionate about improving processes and developing people
What you can expect
- A varied role combining shop-floor leadership and operational planning
- Opportunities to make a real impact on performance and culture
- A collaborative and supportive working environment
- Long-term career development within a growing organisation
If you're an experienced supervisor ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.
About Us:
- AMETEK MRO, part of the Aerospace & Defense Division, is a recognised global provider of third‑party Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) services across commercial, regional, general aviation, military, helicopter and business jet markets.
- AEM Limited, acquired by AMETEK in 2007, has over 60 years’ experience as Europe’s leading independent overhaul and repair organisation. Operating from three UK sites, AEM supports over 5,000 aircraft components, specialising in windings, electrical power, hydraulics, landing gear and safety equipment.
Compensation
Plating/Surface Finishing Technician
We are looking to recruit a Plating/Surface Finishing Technician to work in our facilities in Taunton, carrying out various processes in the production of precision assemblies.
The role will involve plating, etching, cleaning & testing amongst other associated production tasks as well as bulk handling of chemicals whilst working safely to Health & Safety/COSHH standards.
You would be working in a friendly team for an independent company supplying specialist products worldwide. You would be working standard day shifts with flexibility.
Previous experience and a chemistry qualification required.
Please reply by email with your CV and your experience.
