Finishing Journeyman

Paragon Store Fixtures; Big Lake (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the furnishings industry is seeking a skilled individual to prepare and finish products according to specifications in Big Lake, MN. This role involves mentoring team members and ensuring quality control in the production process. Candidates should have extensive experience in wood and metal finishing, with a focus on craftsmanship and adhering to company standards. Commitment to safety and quality is a must.

Qualifications

• Experienced applying primers, paints, stains, top coats and specialty finishes.
• Excellent touch-up skills.
• A great understanding of chemical chemistry in wood and metal finishing.
• Can effectively troubleshoot problematic issues to keep projects on track.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Finishes product according to drawings and specifications.
• Complete complex tasks in a given time period.
• Assists in training of team members.
• Labels parts or subassemblies correctly.
• Follows procedures in company handbook.
• Maintains a safe working environment.
• Assures quality of product produced.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Applying primers, paints, stains, top coats and specialty finishes

Touch-up skills

Understanding of chemical chemistry in wood and metal finishing

Troubleshooting problematic issues

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

7 to 10 years experience in wood and metal finishing or Paragon Store Fixtures Apprenticeship course

Job description

Location: Big Lake, MN

Job Description

Prepares and finishes product according to drawings and specifications provided to assure timely manufacturing of product to customer specifications. Mentor less inexperienced production personnel in craftsmanship, company standards, and lean thinking / processing.

Responsibilities

• Finishes product according to drawings and specifications.
• Complete complex tasks in a given time period, adjusting for changing priorities.
• Assists in training of team members to meet established standards.
• Assures that parts or subassemblies and finished product are labeled correctly.
• Follows procedures in company handbook and other documents.
• Maintains a safe working environment
• Assures the quality of product produced is acceptable.
• Other duties that may be assigned on an as-required basis.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Experienced at effectively applying primers, paints, stains, top coats and specialty finishes
• Excellent touch-up skills
• A great understanding of chemical chemistry in wood and metal finishing.
• Can effectively troubleshoot problematic issues to keep projects on track.
• Basic computer skills

Desired Education and Experience

• High school diploma required.
• Has 7 to 10 years experience in wood and metal finishing or has completed Paragon Store Fixtures Apprenticeship course.