RS Cabinet Finisher IV

Gulfstream Aerospace; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shift

Full-time employment

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Appleton is seeking a Cabinet Finisher IV to prepare, apply, and touch up finishes on aircraft furniture and interior components in the weekend shift. You will mentor teammates, oversee projects, and contribute to Lean Six-Sigma improvements while ensuring compliance with design specs and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and at least four years of wood finishing experience, with advanced knowledge of cabinet finishing products and

Qualifications

• 4 years experience in wood finishing processes.
• Advanced knowledge of cabinet finishing processes and products.
• Experience in aerospace industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex high quality repairs to finished surfaces of aircraft furniture in the shop and on-board aircraft.
• Applies finish to furniture using spray equipment and other manual/mechanical methods.
• Interprets material specifications to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements with a high level of quality and detail.

Skills

Wood finishing

Cabinet finishing

Aerospace industry experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Let your career take flight Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide.

RS Cabinet Finisher IV in GAC Appleton

Unique Skills

Cabinet Finisher IV in GAC Appleton

Weekend Shift Finish Shop

Let your career take flight

Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide.

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes

• competitive compensation
• medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage starting on day 1
• retirement savings plan

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Education And Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years experience in wood finishing processes. Advanced knowledge of cabinet finishing processes and products. Experience in aerospace industry preferred.

Position Purpose: Under general supervision, prepares, applies, and touches up finish on aircraft furniture, aircraft specifications and design/engineering drawings. Assists lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance, assistance and direction to co-workers. Mentors and trains other Cabinet Finishers.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:

• Performs complex high quality repairs to finished surfaces of aircraft furniture in the shop and on-board aircraft. Applies finish to furniture using spray equipment and other manual/mechanical methods.
• Interprets material specifications to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements with a high level of quality and detail. Coordinates with Design group to ensure compliance with customer approved design samples.
• Complies with and champions Safety, 5S and housekeeping. Ensures the protection of aircraft interiors (PTP). .
• Mentors and trains lesser skilled technicians.
• Works to develop and implement process improvements that address safety, reduce cost, reduce cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six-Sigma tools.
• Utilizes the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and sign-off work.
• Assists in developing initiatives to meet individual OGSM requirements, as required.

Additional Functions:

• Accepts Lead responsibilities when needed. Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians.
• Conducts safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits.
• Assists in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• Develops YI@W (Your Ideas at Work) as the opportunities present themselves.
• Assists in monthly 5S audits.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Possess a working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection, process specifications and terminology.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 235796

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: Weekend Days

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/08/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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