High-End Furniture Sander

Position Summary:

The Furniture Sander is a vital member of the production team, responsible for the final surface preparation of wood furniture and frames. This role blends manual dexterity with a keen eye for detail, ensuring that every piece is structurally sound and aesthetically smooth before it moves to the finishing stage.

Working in a high-volume manufacturing environment, you will interpret production tickets, utilize specialized sanding tools and jigs, and perform minor wood repairs to eliminate defects. The ideal candidate is a quality-focused team player who thrives in a physically active role and takes pride in transforming raw materials into high-quality, handcrafted goods.

• Production Oversight:
  Reading and interpreting production tickets to ensure each piece is sanded according to specific design requirements.
• Precision Sanding:
  Manually sanding wood furniture and frames using a variety of specialized jigs, hand tools, and power equipment.
• Defect Repair:
  Identifying and repairing minor wood defects using appropriate fillers, tools, and materials to ensure a seamless surface.
• Safety Compliance:
  Maintaining a strict adherence to all safety policies and procedures to ensure a secure work environment for yourself and your team.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Working effectively within a production team to consistently meet or exceed daily output goals and quality standards.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience in wood sanding, carpentry, or a manufacturing environment is a significant plus.
• Attention to Detail:
  Ability to spot minor imperfections and a commitment to producing high-quality craftsmanship.

• Must be able to work thoughtfully and thoroughly with continuous attention to detail
• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, and bend for 8 or more hours daily
• Ability to learn quickly and retain a wide range of small details concerning multiple product types, tasks, system processes, issues, and/or projects
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Comfortable multi-tasking, or pivoting between tasks as the need arises
• Willingness to learn new products, procedures, and processes as business needs change
• A friendly attitude with the ability to deliver exceptional customer service, be a team player, and stay self-motivated in a fast-paced environment
• Frequently lifting/carrying up 25 lbs.; occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work comfortably in noisy and dusty environments (appropriate PPE provided).