Wood Finisher

Woodweb; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Employer Paid Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Accident Insurance

Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

Woodweb is seeking a Wood Finisher in the Southeast to prepare, mix, and apply paints, stains, and coatings in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires strong color matching skills, organization, and knowledge of coating ingredients. You will ensure quality, safety, and traceability of all finishing processes while collaborating with production and quality teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; finishing/chemistry training preferred.
• 1–3 years experience in painting, finishing, or coatings in manufacturing.
• Good color perception and ability to distinguish subtle shade differences.
• Knowledge of paints, stains, solvents, pigments, binders, and catalysts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix, and adjust paints, stains, and coatings per formulas and production needs.
• Conduct color matching using visual assessment or color-matching tools.
• Maintain records of formulas, batches, and adjustments.
• Perform quality checks for viscosity, color consistency, and application performance.
• Organize and maintain inventory of chemicals, pigments, solvents, and supplies.
• Collaborate with production teams to meet daily schedules and standards.

Skills

Color matching

Color perception

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Chemical knowledge

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational finishing training

Tools

Mixing equipment

Spray equipment

Testing tools

Job description

Wood Finisher

Southeast

Hourly commensurate with experience

BENEFITS:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Basic Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Employer Paid Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance.

Reports To: Finishing Production Manager

Position Summary:

• The Paint / Coating Finisher is responsible for preparing, mixing, matching, and maintaining finishing materials such as paints, stains, and coatings used in production.
• This role requires a highly organized individual with strong technical skills, excellent color‑matching abilities, and knowledge of chemical components used in coatings.
• The Finisher ensures consistency, quality, and efficiency in all finishing processes while adhering to safety and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, mix, and adjust paints, stains, dyes, and coatings according to company formulas, specifications, and production requirements.
• Perform accurate color matching using visual assessment and/or color‑matching tools.
• Maintain detailed records of formulas, batches, and adjustments for repeatability and quality control.
• Conduct quality checks on materials to ensure proper viscosity, color consistency, and application performance.
• Organize and maintain inventory of chemicals, pigments, solvents, and related supplies.
• Assist with testing new coatings, materials, and application methods as part of process improvement or R&D activities.
• Troubleshoot coating issues such as adhesion problems, color variations, or finishing defects.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of all chemicals and hazardous materials in compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.
• Collaborate with production teams, supervisors, and quality control personnel to meet daily schedules and product standards.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/vocational training in finishing, coatings, or chemistry preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in paint mixing, coatings, finishing, or related manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of paint, stain, and coating ingredients, including solvents, pigments, binders, and catalysts.
• Excellent color perception and ability to distinguish subtle variations in shade and tone.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple batches, formulas, and tasks simultaneously.
• Basic mechanical and technical aptitude, including ability to use mixing equipment, spray equipment, and testing tools.
• Ability to read and interpret formulas, SDS sheets, and technical instructions.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in wood finishing or cabinet manufacturing.
• Familiarity with digital color‑matching tools.
• Understanding production workflows and learning manufacturing principles.