Wood Finishing Department Head: Holland, MI

The Landing School; Beechwood (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life, dental and vision

Job summary

ME Yacht Restoration in Holland, MI is seeking a Wood Finishing Department Head. This full-time, year-round position leads the wood finishing team, repairs and refines wooden components of watercraft, and ensures high-quality craftsmanship for premier marine services.

The ideal candidate will have a strong woodworking background, leadership experience, and the ability to manage projects from start to finish while maintaining safety and accuracy in a fast-paced marine environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in woodworking or related fields.
• Proven experience in a leadership role.
• Physically able to perform all tasks associated with the job.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Reliability
• Willingness to learn and improve
• Honesty and integrity
• Willingness to work overtime during busy seasons
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

• Repair and refinish exterior and interior wood pieces and finishes.
• Prepare woodwork for finishing including stripping, repairing, sanding, color matching.
• Repair and match existing finishes (matte, satin, high gloss).
• Complete basic carpentry as needed.
• Identify wood species and match wood grain and tone.
• Knowledge of wood joinery and gluing/lamination processes.
• Communicate updates and estimates with customers and team.
• Track and report time and materials for work performed.
• Conduct quality checks on finished products to meet specs.
• Submit notes with each work order and manage parts/invoices.

Skills

Woodworking

Leadership

Attention to detail

Reliability

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: 471 Howard Ave, Holland, MI 49424, United States

Position Title: Wood Finishing Department Head

Compensation/Rate: $25-$35 / Hour

Job description: ME Yacht Restoration is West Michigan's premier marine service and storage company and we are searching for a skilled, Wood Finishing Department Head to add to our ranks. This is a full-time, year-round position with a leader in the marine industry.

We are a company founded by and comprised of boat enthusiasts. We pride ourselves on quality craftsmanship and concierge style customer service so a strong work ethic and attention to detail are paramount.

As the lead Wood Finishing Technician at ME Yacht Restoration, you will play a crucial role in maintaining, repairing, and enhancing various types of watercraft. You will work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with a team of skilled professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients.

The ideal candidate will be a natural leader, have a strong background in woodworking and finishing techniques, with the ability to restore and fabricate wood products to meet high quality standards. This role requires attention to detail, a commitment to craftsmanship, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Key Objectives

• Perform all steps necessary to repair and refinish exterior and interior wood pieces and finishes


• Prep woodwork for finishing including stripping, repairing, sanding, color matching etc.


• Repair and matching of existing finishes (matte, satin, high gloss, etc)


• Complete basic carpentry as needed


• Ability to identify wood species and match wood grain and tone


• Knowledge of wood joinery and gluing/ lamination processes


• Communicate effectively with customers, team members, and management on updates, call-outs, recommendations and estimates


• Track and keep accurate time records for work performed


• Conduct quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet specifications


• Compose and submit notes with each work order


• Track and report any parts, supplies or outside services used to complete jobs, submit any invoices/ receipts


• Mange projects to ensure quality and time expectations are met


• Provide guidance, training and support to team members


• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication


• Work with parts department to order necessary parts/ supplies and maintain an appropriate amount of inventory for anticipated workload


• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations while performing all tasks


• Keep work areas and surroundings protected, clean and organized


• Ensure tools and equipment are properly maintained and stored


• Stay informed about advancements in boating technology, products and industry trends to continuously improve service quality and efficiency

Requirements

• Proven experience in woodworking or related fields


• Proven experience in a leadership role


• Physically able to perform all tasks associated with the job


• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work


• Reliability


• Willingness to learn and improve


• Honesty and integrity


• Willingness to work overtime during busy seasons


• High school diploma or GED


• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment

Benefits of Working at ME Yacht Restoration

• Health, life, dental and vision insurance