Finish & Paint Technician III: Process Innovator

Nucraft Furniture; Belmont (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nucraft Furniture in Belmont, MI seeks a skilled Finish/Paint Specialist to drive process consistency in the finish department, overseeing formulation, mixing, and application. You will work closely with Maintenance to keep TPM and equipment within specification and ensure safety rules are followed.

The role requires 3–5 years in a finish or paint manufacturing environment, strong teamwork, time management, and a willingness to work in a lab setting.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a score of 16 or better on a Nucraft color test.
• Teamwork orientation—work with multiple levels of the organization.
• Time management and results-driven performance.
• 3–5 years of experience in a finish or paint manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a lab setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document and maintain process control of the mixing and application of all formulations with work instructions and audits.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to ensure TPM accuracy and equipment meets output metrics.
• Document and maintain surface prep through machine and hand sanding with quality checks.
• Monitor critical quality characteristics and adjust variables to stay within tolerance.
• Troubleshoot shop floor issues using scientific methods to maintain metrics within tolerance.
• Collaborate with material suppliers to implement improvements and new finishes.
• Work with marketing and manufacturing engineering to develop and bring new finishes to the floor.
• Operate independently with minimal supervision and follow safety policies.

Skills

Color testing

Teamwork

Time management

Results driven

Finishing experience

Lab experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in chemical/manufacturing engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nucraft Furniture in Belmont, MI seeks a skilled Finish/Paint Specialist to drive process consistency in the finish department, overseeing formulation, mixing, and application. You will work closely with Maintenance to keep TPM and equipment within specification and ensure safety rules are followed.

The role requires 3–5 years in a finish or paint manufacturing environment, strong teamwork, time management, and a willingness to work in a lab setting.