Stephen Wilkinson
Daventry,Northamptonshire
Summary
Detail-oriented automotive paint and bodywork specialist with strong expertise in protective coating application, rustproofing, primer usage and metallic finishes. Demonstrates precise material mixing, paint consistency monitoring and spray-painting proficiency, supported by thorough knowledge of automotive paint and vehicle bodywork. Skilled in panel alignment, sanding tools, use of hand tools and accurate tape measurements reading to ensure high-quality finishes and optimal space efficacy planning. Recognized for coordination efficiency and reliable dependability, with a focus on delivering durable, visually consistent results in demanding workshop environments.
Dependable production professional experienced in running machines to finish, plate or coat components. Follows production orders to set up lines and tends carefully to machinery. Focused on completing fast, quality work.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Prepper
Normandale
Daventry, Northamptonshire
2021.09 - Current
- Demonstrated knowledge of various paints, solvents and equipment, contributing to superior end results.
- Achieved smooth and flawless paint application with diligent sanding and priming tasks.
- Performed routine maintenance on painting equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Reduced waste by accurately measuring and mixing paint quantities needed for each job.
- Adhered strictly to company protocols during all stages of paint preparation; maintained consistent quality across all jobs.
- Enhanced longevity of paint jobs through thorough surface preparation, cleaning, filling and sanding.
- Provided professional customer service during colour selection consultations for satisfaction of clients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in the paint prep area to ensure efficient workflow.
- Contributed to team productivity by assisting other painters when required.
- Utilised safe handling techniques whilst dealing with hazardous materials for maintaining a safe working environment.
- Followed company guidelines to prepare vehicles for painting, ensuring high-quality results.
- Upheld health and safety standards whilst using tools; ensured personal protective equipment was worn at all times.
- Improved final finish outlooks through meticulous attention to detail in masking areas not designated for painting.
- Handled minor repairs on surfaces before painting, ensuring a smooth base for application.
- Inspected products to meet quality standards and compliance.
- Coated surfaces with protective finishes for durability and scratch resistance.
- Maintained safe working environment with adherence to safety policies across tasks.
- Smoothened metal items by removing sharp edges using grinding machines.
- Maximised performance and reliability of equipment by performing routine and preventative maintenance.
Composite technician
Prodrive
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
2019.01 - 2021.08
- Conducted routine checks on machinery before commencing work each day for optimal performance.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area, promoting a safe working environment.
- Repaired defects in composites using a variety of tools and machinery.
- Prevented wastage of resources through efficient utilization of materials.
- Read, understood, and executed technical drawings accurately.
- Worked in compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
- Assembled composite materials on patterns and moulds for aviation parts.
- Measured, cut, or shaped composite materials, based on specifications or needs.
- Facilitated smooth workflow by performing regular maintenance on composite equipment.
- Developed innovative techniques to improve efficiency in daily operations.
- Inspected finished products to ensure high quality standards were met.
- Followed specific project timelines whilst maintaining efficiency and precision.
- Monitored usages of materials and supplies to calculate amounts for re-ordering to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Performed various technical support functions to assist scientists in development, analysis and testing.
- Upheld hygienic laboratory conditions for research objectivity.
Prepper
Paintbox Limited
Banbury, Oxfordshire
2018.04 - 2018.12
- Demonstrated knowledge of various paints, solvents and equipment, contributing to superior end results.
- Contributed to team productivity by assisting other painters when required.
- Reduced waste by accurately measuring and mixing paint quantities needed for each job.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in the paint prep area to ensure efficient workflow.
- Ensured quality finishes by preparing surfaces properly before painting.
- Adhered strictly to company protocols during all stages of paint preparation; maintained consistent quality across all jobs.
- Utilised safe handling techniques whilst dealing with hazardous materials for maintaining a safe working environment.
- Handled minor repairs on surfaces before painting, ensuring a smooth base for application.
- Delivered timely work completion by efficiently managing tasks and resources.
- Maximized efficiency by mixing paints according to specifications.
- Followed company guidelines to prepare vehicles for painting, ensuring high-quality results.
- Achieved smooth and flawless paint application with diligent sanding and priming tasks.
- Improved final finish outlooks through meticulous attention to detail in masking areas not designated for painting.
- Enhanced longevity of paint jobs through thorough surface preparation, cleaning, filling and sanding.
Trailer Fabricator
Woodford Trailers
Woodford, Northamptonshire
2016.09 - 2018.04
- Handled heavy machinery responsibly for safe work environment.
- Exhibited proficiency in metalwork for complex project completion.
- Resolved issues swiftly during production process, maintaining smooth operations on the floor.
- Worked closely with design team for superior product output.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring competency in fabrication techniques.
- Adapted quickly to new fabrication methods as per evolving industry trends and technologies.
- Collaborated with engineers to improve manufacturing processes.
- Performed routine inspections of finished products ensuring their readiness for dispatch.
- Ensured safety standards with regular maintenance of fabrication tools and equipment.
- Followed strict guidelines, achieving exceptional accuracy in measurements and cuts.
- Wiped out rough spots using portable grinders, hand files and scrapers.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches and specifications to create products.
- Labelled cutting lines on material to prepare for fabrication process.
- Managed calendar to maintain production schedule and deliver before deadline.
- Examined required parts to determine completion for assembly.
- Gauged dimensions and product specifications to use exact measurements.
- Inspected welded projects to verify alignment with blueprint specifications.
- Tested and screwed in parts to verify exact fit and compatibility.
Paint prepper
GMC Racepaint
Woodford Halse, Northamptonshire
2011.01 - 2016.09
- Improved final finish outlooks through meticulous attention to detail in masking areas not designated for painting.
- Adhered strictly to company protocols during all stages of paint preparation; maintained consistent quality across all jobs.
- Utilised safe handling techniques whilst dealing with hazardous materials for maintaining a safe working environment.
- Provided professional customer service during colour selection consultations for satisfaction of clients.
- Achieved smooth and flawless paint application with diligent sanding and priming tasks.
- Enhanced longevity of paint jobs through thorough surface preparation, cleaning, filling and sanding.
- Contributed to team productivity by assisting other painters when required.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in the paint prep area to ensure efficient workflow.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various paints, solvents and equipment, contributing to superior end results.
- Handled minor repairs on surfaces before painting, ensuring a smooth base for application.
- Kept up-to-date records of work completed, facilitating smoother operations within the workshop.
- Upheld health and safety standards whilst using tools; ensured personal protective equipment was worn at all times.
- Followed company guidelines to prepare vehicles for painting, ensuring high-quality results.
- Reduced waste by accurately measuring and mixing paint quantities needed for each job.
- Ensured quality finishes by preparing surfaces properly before painting.
- Coated surfaces with protective finishes for durability and scratch resistance.
- Understood metal qualities, specifications and reactions to different fabricating processes of steel.
- Monitored gauges to check for pressure, temperature and material thickness.
Paint prepper
Normandale
Daventry, Northamptonshire
1999.04 - 2010.02
- Performed routine maintenance on painting equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Kept up-to-date records of work completed, facilitating smoother operations within the workshop.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various paints, solvents and equipment, contributing to superior end results.
- Assisted in inventory management; ordered supplies necessary for paint preparation procedures.
- Followed company guidelines to prepare vehicles for painting, ensuring high-quality results.
- Enhanced longevity of paint jobs through thorough surface preparation, cleaning, filling and sanding.
- Maximized efficiency by mixing paints according to specifications.
- Ensured quality finishes by preparing surfaces properly before painting.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in the paint prep area to ensure efficient workflow.
- Improved final finish outlooks through meticulous attention to detail in masking areas not designated for painting.
- Handled minor repairs on surfaces before painting, ensuring a smooth base for application.
- Achieved smooth and flawless paint application with diligent sanding and priming tasks.
- Coated surfaces with protective finishes for durability and scratch resistance.
- Prepared and cleaned metal for electroplating, enamelling and galvanising.
- Maintained safe working environment with adherence to safety policies across tasks.
- Smoothened metal items by removing sharp edges using grinding machines.
- Monitored gauges to check for pressure, temperature and material thickness.
Steel worker
Compton Buildings
Fenny Compton, Warwickshire
1999.03 - 1999.04
- Assisted in the repair and refurbishment of old steel structures, adding longevity to them.
- Performed routine checks on machinery for smooth operations.
- Reduced wastage by proper handling and storage of materials.
- Complied diligently with health and safety regulations, promoting a safe workspace.
- Worked closely with engineers, leading to better understanding of structural plans.
- Developed technical skills by attending regular training sessions.
- Contributed to team efforts, resulting in improved productivity.
- Achieved safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and guidelines.
- Demonstrated keen attention to detail whilst cutting, bending, and shaping steel.
- Cooperated with staff to maintain and follow high operational and safety standards.
Paint prepper
Axial Limited
Chipping Warden, Northamptonshire
1994.02 - 1999.03
- Upheld health and safety standards whilst using tools; ensured personal protective equipment was worn at all times.
- Performed routine maintenance on painting equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in inventory management; ordered supplies necessary for paint preparation procedures.
- Achieved smooth and flawless paint application with diligent sanding and priming tasks.
- Utilised safe handling techniques whilst dealing with hazardous materials for maintaining a safe working environment.
- Maximized efficiency by mixing paints according to specifications.
- Reduced waste by accurately measuring and mixing paint quantities needed for each job.
- Followed company guidelines to prepare vehicles for painting, ensuring high-quality results.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various paints, solvents and equipment, contributing to superior end results.
- Adhered strictly to company protocols during all stages of paint preparation; maintained consistent quality across all jobs.
- Handled minor repairs on surfaces before painting, ensuring a smooth base for application.
- Ensured quality finishes by preparing surfaces properly before painting.
- Improved final finish outlooks through meticulous attention to detail in masking areas not designated for painting.
- Coated surfaces with protective finishes for durability and scratch resistance.
- Prepared and cleaned metal for electroplating, enamelling and galvanising.
- Smoothened metal items by removing sharp edges using grinding machines.
Car body repairer
Tuthill workshop
Wardington , Oxfordshire
1991.09 - 1994.02
- Collaborated closely with other auto professionals, ensured comprehensive vehicle care.
- Maintained clean working environment; upheld health and safety standards.
- Utilised advanced diagnostic tools for accurate fault detection.
- Replaced faulty parts with high-quality spares to ensure vehicle longevity.
- Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail whilst colour matching, achieved perfect finish.
- Removed damaged panels using specialised equipment for precise results.
- Used latest repair techniques for efficient service delivery.
- Adhered strictly to company guidelines while executing all assigned tasks; maintained consistent quality performance.
- Painted car bodies to achieve flawless look.
- Repaired dents and scratches for improved vehicle appearance.
- Primed vehicle surfaces for new paint job by sanding down.
Education
GCSEs - secondary school
Danetre Comprehensive
Daventry, Northamptonshire 1986.09 - 1991.06
NVQ Level 2 - Repair and Service of Motor Vehicles
North Oxfordshire School of Arts
Banbury, Oxfordshire 1991.09 - 1993.06
Skills
- Coordination efficiency
- Protective coating application
- Material mixing
- Car bodywork knowledge
- Paint application techniques knowledge
- Space efficacy planning
- Panel alignment
- Use of hand tools
- Tape measurements reading
- Metallic finishes expertise
- Automotive paint knowledge
- Precise mixing understanding
- Vehicle bodywork knowledge
- Sanding tools proficiency
- Spray-Painting proficiency
- Reliable dependability
- Rustproofing
- Primer usage
- Paint consistency monitoring
Timeline
Prepper
Normandale
2021.09 - Current
Composite technician
Prodrive
2019.01 - 2021.08
Prepper
Paintbox Limited
2018.04 - 2018.12
Trailer Fabricator
Woodford Trailers
2016.09 - 2018.04
Paint prepper
GMC Racepaint
2011.01 - 2016.09
Paint prepper
Normandale
1999.04 - 2010.02
Steel worker
Compton Buildings
1999.03 - 1999.04
Paint prepper
Axial Limited
1994.02 - 1999.03
Car body repairer
Tuthill workshop
1991.09 - 1994.02
NVQ Level 2 - Repair and Service of Motor Vehicles
North Oxfordshire School of Arts
1991.09 - 1993.06
GCSEs - secondary school
Danetre Comprehensive
1986.09 - 1991.06