Paint & Stain Finisher

Overview

Paint & Stain Finisher – Premier Mantels @ Renovation Brands

About This Position:
We are seeking an experienced Paint & Stain Finisher to join our custom mantel shop. This role is responsible for producing high-quality painted and stained finishes on mantels, mantel shelves and related millwork. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, understands wood behavior, and takes pride in consistent, professional finishes.

• Location: Florence, AL. On-site.
• Reports to: Plant Manager.
• Hourly Rate: $17.50 - $19.00 (experience & interview performance will determine actual number within the range).
• Shift: 1st shift, Monday – Thursday, 10 hours daily, Full-time. (occasional Fridays with overtime pay)

• Prepare mantel parts and assemblies for finishing (sanding, filling, sealing).
• Apply paint, stain, dye, glaze, and clear coats using spray equipment.
• Match colors and finishes to samples and client specifications.
• Inspect finished products for quality, consistency, and defects.
• Perform light touch-ups and repairs as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized spray booth and finishing area.
• Mix finishes and maintain accurate formulas and records.
• Follow shop safety procedures and proper handling of materials.
• Work collaboratively with cabinet makers, supervisors, and production staff.
• Meet production schedules while maintaining quality standards.

Surface Preparation

• Sand raw wood and MDF components to required grit levels.
• Fill nail holes, seams, and imperfections.
• Apply sealers, primers, and pre-stain conditioners as required.

Finishing Application

• Apply stains, paints, glazes, and topcoats per shop standards.
• Achieve consistent color, sheen, and texture.
• Perform multi-step or specialty finishes when required.

Quality Control

• Inspect finished components for defects and consistency.
• Sand between coats as required.
• Complete final touch-ups prior to assembly or shipping.

Equipment & Safety

• Set up, operate, and clean spray equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized finishing area.
• Follow safety procedures and use required PPE.

• 2+ years of experience in wood finishing and/or auto body.
• Strong understanding of paint and stain systems.
• Experience with spray equipment (HVLP or similar).
• Ability to color-match and interpret finish samples.
• Knowledge of wood species and finishing techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

• Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is very important to us at Renovation Brands. For transparency, our interview process varies in length, depending on the position and appropriate number of interview stages.

• Collaboration is a key proponent of success at Renovation Brands, which is on display during our interview process for a number of positions where it is common to have members of our Senior Leadership Team as well as your future manager partake as Interviewers. This provides candidates with immediate facetime and rapport building.

We recognize that AI tools can be helpful in preparing for the job search process. To ensure a fair and transparent evaluation, we ask that candidates represent their own work and responses throughout our hiring process. While candidates may use AI tools for preparation, all assessments and interviews must reflect their own experience and capabilities.

Home is one of the most sacred places, where everything is more personal and where memories are made. At Renovation Brands, we have a tremendous opportunity to create engaging experiences and lasting relationships with our consumers.

Our focus is on creating design-rich home improvement product offerings via Ecommerce that offer innovation that matters to consumers and enhances not only their environment and aesthetics but also the way they live.

At Renovation Brands, we value an inclusive, transparent work environment where every voice is heard. We embrace our differences and believe that when you feel welcomed, valued, and empowered, it drives innovation and strengthens our culture.

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