Finisher (Automotive Engineering) at Proforce Limited

​Position Overview

​Proforce Defence is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Finisher to join our engineering and production team at our manufacturing facility in Ode Remo, Ogun State. The ideal candidate will be responsible for applying final surface treatments, body finishing, aesthetic enhancements, and structural quality checks on vehicle bodies and specialized tactical/armored vehicles to ensure compliance with strict automotive manufacturing standards and military-grade specifications.

​Key Responsibilities

• ​Surface Preparation & Treatment: Prepare metal, fiberglass, composite, and armored surfaces through sanding, grinding, priming, filling, and smoothing prior to painting or coating.
• ​Body Finishing & Assembly: Align, fit, and polish vehicle exterior components, body panels, doors, trim, and protective plating to ensure flawless seamless integration.
• ​Coating & Sealing Application: Apply body sealants, anti-corrosion coatings, sound-dampening materials, and protective topcoats according to engineering standards.
• ​Defect Rectification: Inspect completed vehicle surfaces for structural or cosmetic flaws (e.g., dents, scratches, uneven seams, paint runs) and execute precision touch-ups and repairs.
• ​Tool & Equipment Operation: Safely operate pneumatics, spray guns, polishers, buffers, sanders, and other specialized automotive finishing equipment.
• ​Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the Quality Control (QC) team to ensure all finished vehicles meet rigorous safety, structural integrity, and visual specifications.
• ​Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to occupational health and safety regulations, using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in the workshop.

​Key Engineering & Technical Knowledge Requirements

• ​Automotive Materials: Deep understanding of metals (steel, aluminum), composites, fiberglass, armored plating, and auto-body fillers.
• ​Surface Finishing Techniques: Expertise in abrasive processes, surface preparation standards, chemical cleaning, corrosion protection, and automotive coating chemistry.
• ​Engineering Tolerances & Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, body fit specifications, and engineering schematics.
• ​Body Repair & Fabrication Principles: Sound knowledge of sheet metal work, welding bead finishing, seam sealing, and panel alignment techniques.
• ​Quality Control Standards: Strong familiarity with vehicle production quality metrics, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and finishing inspection techniques.

​Qualifications & Experience

• ​Education: NABTEB, OND, or HND/B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related technical discipline.
• ​Experience: Minimum of 2–4 years of practical experience in automotive body finishing, auto-body repair, or vehicle assembly operations within a manufacturing environment.
• ​Skills: High precision, keen eye for detail, dexterity in handling power tools, and strong problem-solving skills in automotive craftsmanship.

​Location: No. 1 Akaka Road, Ode Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria.