Summary
Ali & Sons Holding is hiring a Paint Mixer for its automotive Body Shop in Abu Dhabi. The role involves preparing vehicle paint to approved formulas, matching colors, adjusting shades, and verifying results with test panels. Duties also include tracking paint materials and consumables, maintaining records, and coordinating replenishment and paint booth maintenance. Applicants need at least 2 years of relevant experience and a high school or equivalent qualification.
The posting
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Key Responsibilities:
- Review and reconfirm the vehicle paint color code provided by the Painter before preparing the required paint mixture.
- Mix paint according to the approved color formula and required volume based on the number of panels being repaired.
- Perform color matching and manual color adjustments to achieve the required shade.
- Prepare spray samples or test plates to verify color accuracy and identify shade variations before application.
- Retrieve paint formulas from the relevant system using basic computer applications.
- Calculate and prepare the required quantities of paint, lacquer, solvent, thinner, and other materials according to standard formulas.
- Maintain accurate records of paint materials and consumables used in the Body Shop.
- Monitor paint and consumable stock levels and prepare ordering lists when replenishment is required.
- Liaise with the Purchase Department to arrange the ordering of paint materials and required consumables.
- Monitor paint booth filter stock levels and coordinate replenishment with the Purchase Department.
- Maintain and regularly update the paint booth maintenance logbook.
- Coordinate with the Maintenance Department regarding scheduled and required paint booth maintenance.
- Ensure paint mixing and preparation activities are carried out accurately and in accordance with Body Shop procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Follow all company QHSE and health & safety procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Team Leader – Painting / Body Shop Supervisor.
Role Purpose
To ensure accurate and consistent paint preparation and color matching for vehicles repaired in the Body Shop, supporting high-quality painting results while maintaining proper control of paint materials, consumables, equipment, and stock levels.
What We're Looking For:
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in automotive painting, paint mixing, or a similar Body Shop environment.
Education: High School or equivalent qualification.
Technical Skills:
- Good knowledge of automotive paint mixing and preparation.
- Practical experience with vehicle color matching and shade adjustment.
- Ability to understand and work with paint color codes and formulas.
- Experience preparing test panels/spray samples for color verification.
- Knowledge of paint, lacquer, solvent, thinner, and other automotive paint materials.
- Ability to calculate and prepare the correct quantity of paint required for vehicle panels.
- Knowledge of paint booth operations and basic maintenance requirements.
- Experience monitoring paint and consumable stock levels.
- Ability to maintain accurate material and maintenance records.
Why Join Ali & Sons?
At Ali & Sons, we are committed to excellence, quality, and delivering exceptional automotive experiences. As part of one of the UAE's respected and diversified business groups, you will benefit from:
- A professional and structured Body Shop environment.
- Opportunities for technical learning and career development.
- Exposure to professional automotive paint systems and Body Shop operations.
- A performance-driven culture that values quality, safety, teamwork, and professionalism.
- Opportunities to develop your expertise in automotive paint mixing and color matching.
- The opportunity to build a long-term career with an established UAE business group.
Ready to Build Your Career with Ali & Sons?
If you have hands-on experience in automotive paint mixing, color matching, paint preparation, and Body Shop operations, apply now and become part of the Ali & Sons team.