Finisher 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.

​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.

​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.