Sanding Operator

At Qwikkit, our Sanding Operators play an important role in preparing cabinet components for the next stage of production. You'll use sanding equipment to remove marks and surface imperfections, helping ensure every part meets our quality standards before it moves to the spray booth and vacuum press.

You'll thrive in this role if you enjoy hands-on work, pay close attention to detail, and take pride in consistently producing quality results. You follow established processes, work safely, and understand how your work affects the teammates and production steps that follow.

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for Qwikkit's Bonus Program.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan and paid time off.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee assistance program.

Qwikkit is transforming apartment cabinet renovations by making the process faster, simpler, and more cost-effective. Our team combines decades of industry experience with technology, automation, and continuous improvement to deliver high-quality products to our customers.

Our Sanding team prepares MDF cabinet components for adhesive and thermofoil application. By creating smooth, consistent surfaces, the team helps protect the appearance and quality of each finished product.

• How to operate orbital and square sanding equipment safely and effectively.
• How to identify CNC router marks, scratches, dents, and uneven surfaces.
• How to select and use the correct sanding tools, pads, and abrasives.
• How to prepare MDF components for adhesive and thermofoil application.
• How sanding quality affects the spray booth, vacuum press, and finished product.
• How to follow production procedures, quality standards, and 6S practices.
• How to track production output and communicate issues affecting quality or productivity.

Your work will directly influence the appearance and quality of Qwikkit's finished products. By identifying and correcting surface imperfections before components move to the next production stage, you will help prevent rework, remakes, delays, and customer concerns.

Your attention to detail and consistency will also help maintain a steady production flow and ensure downstream teams receive parts that are properly prepared and ready for finishing.

You will develop strong skills in sanding, surface preparation, quality inspection, equipment care, and manufacturing processes. As your knowledge and experience grow, you may have opportunities to expand your production skills, learn additional equipment, and pursue other opportunities within Qwikkit.

• Operate orbital and square sanders to prepare MDF cabinet components.
• Remove CNC router marks, scratches, dents, lines, and other surface imperfections.
• Sand edges, profiles, and detailed areas without changing the part’s dimensions or design.
• Inspect components before and after sanding to confirm they meet quality standards.
• Rework or identify parts that do not meet surface-quality requirements.
• Prevent over-sanding that could affect the part’s profile or finished appearance.
• Maintain sanders, pads, abrasives, and other assigned tools.
• Track basic production output and report issues affecting quality or productivity.
• Keep your workstation clean, organized, and free from dust buildup.
• Work closely with the CNC, spray booth, and press teams to maintain production flow.
• Follow all PPE, dust-control, equipment-safety, housekeeping, and 6S requirements.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify scratches, router lines, dents, and uneven surfaces.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established production processes.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and consistently.
• Basic problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a production team.
• Reliable attendance, accountability, and a safety-first mindset.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to understand safety instructions and communicate effectively with teammates.

• Previous sanding, finishing, or surface-preparation experience in a manufacturing…