Stainline Operator / Color Specialist

Penn Wood Products Inc; East Berlin (Adams County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Wood Products, Inc. is seeking a Stainline Operator / Color Specialist for 1st shift. The role involves operating a water-based stain machine, adjusting spray guns for color blends, and sorting wood by color to ensure accurate color matches.

PPE requirements include eye protection and gloves, with standing for the duration of the shift and lifting up to 25 lbs. Applicants should not be color blind and should have a basic understanding of math and measurements, plus some mechanical or

Qualifications

• Must not be color blind.
• Basic understanding of math and measurements.
• Some mechanical or machine operator experience.
• Standing for the entire shift and lifting up to 25 lbs with eye protection and gloves.

Responsibilities

• Operate a water-based stain machine and adjust spray guns to achieve color blend and molding type.
• Set up spray equipment and ensure consistent color matching across the line.
• Sort wood by color to meet color-match requirements and maintain a safe, efficient workflow.

Skills

Color matching

Math & measurements

Mechanical experience

Stain line operation

Tools

Spray machine setup

SOP understanding

Job description

Stainline Operator / Color Specialist - 1st Shift

JOB OVERVIEW

A stain line operator operates a water-based stain machine. Primary responsibilities include being able to understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), setting up the spray machine for proper color blend and molding type by adjusting spray guns and sorting wood by color to ensure a color match is achieved.

Applicants must not be color blind, have a basic understanding of math and measurements, and some mechanical or machine operator experience. The working conditions involve wearing eye protection and gloves at all times, standing for the entire shift, and lifting up to 25lbs in a fast-paced, quality and quantity driven environment.

Since 1942, Pennwood Products has strived to maintain an innovative pathway for new products as well as continuing to produce high quality hard wood transition items. These items include treads, risers, mouldings and other custom products. Pennwood endeavors to provide a safe and friendly work environment while meeting the current demands of our many customers. Sustainability can be demonstrated by our effective use of the by-products from the sawing, machining and sanding processes as it is transformed into a true "green" heat source in Pennwood Premium Wood Fuel Pellets. State of the art moulding equipment can be found throughout the facility as Pennwood stays on the cutting edge of innovation within the hardwood industry. Whether product is unfinished, stained or painted the quality is always top notch in the flooring industry.

As the products offered by Pennwood grow, so does the need for motivated, forward-thinking and self-driven employees. Employees have access to training from our top production and quality teams and an open-door policy ensures that employees are heard and reassured of the role they play in being part of the Pennwood difference.

At Pennwood, we believe in creating a diverse community that fosters a sense of belonging and innovation. Our Leadership Team is always striving to impress upon all of our employees that each team member and their talents are a valuable part of our Pennwood workforce. You will be inspired by our leaders, encouraged and supported by your teammates, and always motivated to achieve your goals and reach your full professional potential.

Become a part of 'the Difference' with Pennwood Products!

Penn Wood Products, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company makes employment decisions based on merit. It is the Company's policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities.

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