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As a family-owned company, PALECEK values integrity, loyalty, and strong partnerships. We are driven to improve, innovate, and inspire. We bring our personal best to every aspect of our business, from our design and craft to our internal teamwork and customer service. We are passionate about creativity and believe that beautiful spaces enhance the quality of life.
Summary
The Finishing Operator position is responsible for ensuring the efficient finishing process of furniture. This includes meticulous preparation for finishing, with a keen eye for detail to perform touch-ups as needed.
Additionally, the position involves contributing to a collaborative team effort, ensuring that all tasks are completed within established deadlines. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of craftsmanship are key attributes for success in this position.
Description
- Inspect and assess furniture to be finished ensuring quality standards are met
- Align finishing processes with customer expectations and specifications
- Clean and sand surfaces to ensure proper adhesion of finishing materials
- Wipe, Spray, and perform touch-up on furniture pieces during production
- Apply knowledge of water-based stains to achieve desired colors and effects
- Communicate effectively to address any issues or challenges in the finishing process
- Collaborate with the team to create a solution and adjustments to meet quality and production goals
- Operate all tools in adherence to prescribed work methods, prioritizing safety and efficiency
- Perform other duties as assigned
Key Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of furniture finishing experience
- Product knowledge of various finish products and application process
- High School diploma or equivalent, preferred
- Must be able to read and take direction in English
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Physical Requirements
- Ability to distinguish between subtle color variations to achieve desired results
- Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying noise levels, and wear appropriate hearing protection as needed
- Walk approximately up to 10k steps per day
- Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods of time
- Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to bend, crouch, or stretch to access different parts of a surface
- Must be able to use respiratory personal protective equipment, as needed
- Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities
- Palecek is willing to train the right candidate
Pay & Benefits
- Pay range: $24-$30
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- A flexible health plan offering medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Profit Sharing Benefits
- Generous Employee Discount
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Furniture design: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Richmond, CA 94801 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
