Wood Finisher

Wood Finisher

Southeast

Hourly commensurate with experience

Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Basic Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Employer Paid Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance.

Reports To:

Finishing Production Manager

• The Paint / Coating Finisher is responsible for preparing, mixing, matching, and maintaining finishing materials such as paints, stains, and coatings used in production.
• This role requires a highly organized individual with strong technical skills, excellent color‑matching abilities, and knowledge of chemical components used in coatings.
• The Finisher ensures consistency, quality, and efficiency in all finishing processes while adhering to safety and compliance standards.

• Prepare, mix, and adjust paints, stains, dyes, and coatings according to company formulas, specifications, and production requirements.
• Perform accurate color matching using visual assessment and/or color‑matching tools.
• Maintain detailed records of formulas, batches, and adjustments for repeatability and quality control.
• Conduct quality checks on materials to ensure proper viscosity, color consistency, and application performance.
• Organize and maintain inventory of chemicals, pigments, solvents, and related supplies.
• Assist with testing new coatings, materials, and application methods as part of process improvement or R&D activities.
• Troubleshoot coating issues such as adhesion problems, color variations, or finishing defects.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of all chemicals and hazardous materials in compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.
• Collaborate with production teams, supervisors, and quality control personnel to meet daily schedules and product standards.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/vocational training in finishing, coatings, or chemistry preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in paint mixing, coatings, finishing, or related manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of paint, stain, and coating ingredients, including solvents, pigments, binders, and catalysts.
• Excellent color perception and ability to distinguish subtle variations in shade and tone.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple batches, formulas, and tasks simultaneously.
• Basic mechanical and technical aptitude, including ability to use mixing equipment, spray equipment, and testing tools.
• Ability to read and interpret formulas, SDS sheets, and technical instructions.

• Experience in wood finishing or cabinet manufacturing.
• Familiarity with digital color‑matching tools.
• Understanding production workflows and learning manufacturing principles.