Paint and Polish Production Operative
Randstad · Coventry, West Midlands
Paint and Polish Production Operative at Randstad, based in Coventry, West Midlands, paying £16.39 - £36.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £16.39 - £36.00 per hour
- Location
- Coventry, West Midlands
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Closes
- 8 Aug 2026
- Sector
- Production Operative
About 61% above the going rate for production operative
Reference PR-1528012
About the role
Join Our Team at JLR's SVO Oxford Road Site!
Start your career in quality inspection with Jaguar Land Rover's Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) site in Ryton-on-Dunsmore.
Desirable: Experience as a Paint Sprayer or Polisher is preferred; however, if you are looking for your next challenge within automotive manufacturing, we welcome your application.
Pay Rates:
- £16.39 per hour basic rate
- Shift premiums payable on relevant shift patterns
- Excellent overtime rates available
Shift Patterns (36 hours per week):
- Early: 6:00-13:30 Mon-Thurs, 6:00-12:00 Fri
- Late: 13:30-21:00 Mon-Thurs, 12:00-18:00 Fri
- Nights: 21:00-06:00 Mon-Thurs
Please note: Shift patterns may vary depending on site requirements and will be discussed with you to determine the best fit.
Important:
Please be aware that for successful candidates, there may be a short waiting period between application, induction, and the offer of a start date. This ensures all compliance requirements are completed and that we are selecting the best fit for the team.
Benefits:
- 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) and a 2-week summer shutdown
- Confidential mental health and financial wellbeing support
- On-site Employee Inclusion Council
- Free onsite parking, canteen facilities, and Costa coffee machine
- Discounts at shops, gyms, cinemas, and restaurants via our benefits app
Responsibilities:
- Supporting the paint and polish of high-quality, high-specification vehicles
- Working flexibly across shift patterns to meet business and customer requirements
- Carrying out additional duties as directed by the line manager
- Following all policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines
- Developing product and system knowledge to support daily workload
- Identifying and reporting health, safety, and environmental issues
Requirements:
- No prior experience as a Paint Sprayer or Polisher is required, though a background in Paint Spraying or Polishing is a plus
- Good standard of literacy and numeracy
- Ability to work in a pressurised and demanding environment
- Self-motivated with a strong focus on quality
- Good organisational, communication, and manual dexterity skills
- Strong attention to detail
Our Commitment:
Jaguar Land Rover is committed to creating a supportive environment built on growth, integrity, unity, and customer satisfaction. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and bring their authentic self to work.
Equal Opportunities:
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Please speak to your recruiter if you require any accommodations.
Apply Today!
Join a world-class team at JLR SVO and take the next step in your career.
Reference: PR-1528012 · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 8 Aug 2026 · Listed via Randstad
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