Painter - Wolverhampton

What To Expect
Do you want to help accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy?

At Tesla that's our mission.

Tesla is looking for a Painter / Vehicle Refinisher to work on one of the most progressive, innovative high end vehicle brands in the world. This position will involve being part of a refinishing team that deliver outstanding repairs in turn delivering outstanding customer satisfaction.

We offer...

A dynamic and fast-paced environment where inclusion, learning and collaboration are key to success

The chance to work with innovative technology, advanced tools and software

Ongoing training and development to help you grow your skills and career

A competitive compensation and benefits package

A safe, clean and fun workplace

What You'll Do

To carry out preparation work to Tesla Standards using all required tooling and equipment.

Collaborate with Senior Technicians in their work and move towards more complicated tasks as part of your development, continuously learning and developing your knowledge and skills

Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of refinish processes and operations

Operate a variety of hand-powered and motorized shop tools, including operating heavy equipment during refinish processes.

Work across teams, engaging and cooperating with other technicians and Bodyshop center staff.

Follow all Tesla specified repair guidelines to the accepted quality levels, always following safety instructions with guidance from Senior technicians

To polish and de-nib inclusions in the refinished areas

To carry out work in a manner compliant to EHS policies adhering to manufacturer and industry guidelines.

Complete understanding of primer application as well as sanding, masking and sealing.

You will need to demonstrate competent skills and understanding of application of base coat, clear coat and 3 stage pearlescent finishes

To be able to identify paint issue and demonstrate a good understanding to rectify to tesla quality standards.

Provide feedback to the appropriate teams directly via the correct internal feedback channels, to enable continuous improvement of repair procedures and products.

Act on escalations and collaborating with more senior technicians/ Team if further escalation is required for complex issues

Carry out quality checks to ensure preparation work meets Tesla’s High Standards prior to carrying out any refinishing processes.

To carry out work in a manner compliant to EHS policies adhering to manufacturer and industry guidelines.

To Coach and mentor members of the team and lead by example.

What You'll Bring

Basic computer skills, including navigating web browsers and standard applications Microsoft Word.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions with attention to detail

Proven experience as an Automotive Painter in a body shop environment. Prior painting experience with Tesla vehicles will be considered a plus.

Proven ability to effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines

3 years+ experience in painting and colour matching

A clear understanding of health & safety and good housekeeping in the automotive environment.

The ability to deliver the highest quality standard of repair every time.

A good understanding of tools & equipment used for all refinishing processes.

A valid driving license