Finishing

Samson Marketing•Connelly Springs, NC

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Baker|McGuire is looking for an Experienced Furniture Finisher to join our Finishing Department Team at our Connelly Springs Location. The ideal candidate must specialize in restoring, repairing, and applying high-quality finishes (stains, lacquers, varnishes) to high-end furniture. They expertly strip old finishes, repair damages, match colors, and use spray guns or hand-rubbing techniques to achieve desired, durable, and aesthetically pleasing surfaces.

Requirements

Proven, in-depth experience in furniture restoration or manufacturing finishing for all types of woods & veneers.
Deep understanding of wood types, grain patterns, and the appropriate finishing materials for each. Ability to apply primer, top coat paint, stain, & any wiped or spray-applied coatings to detailed parts as per customer specifications & industry quality standards.
Must be familiar with & have operational knowledge of department tools. Familiar with reading a ruler & have basic math skills.
Strong attention to detail, precision in color matching, and a keen sense of aesthetic quality. Capable of mixing ingredients to obtain specified colors/shades to specifications or match existing finishes.
Ability to stand for long periods and work with tools for the majority of the day.
Knowledge of working safely with chemicals, hazardous materials, and proper PPE. Ability to identify & report unsafe conditions to Direct Report and Safety Team Members.
Ability to adhere to scheduled working hours and punctuality in reporting to work. Open to work beyond work schedule base on business needs.
Comfortably adjusts to changing priorities and reprioritizes workloads when deadlines shift.
Willingness to learn new methods, procedures, or techniques as provided by Direct Report.
Ability to work as a part of a team.
Ability to keep a clean & organized work space.
Effective verbal communication skills with Direct Report and other departments.

Nice To Haves

Prefered 1-3 years experience in furniture restoration or manufacturing finishing for all types of woods & veneers.
High school or equivalent

Responsibilities

Surface Preparation: Sand, shape, and smooth wood surfaces using tools like sanders, pumice stones, and steel wool.
Finishing & Refinishing: Apply stains, sealers, paints, and protective topcoats (lacquer, varnish, wax) to high-end furniture.
Repair & Restoration: Identify and fix scratches, dents, and broken parts using wood filler, putty, and glue.
Color Matching: Expertly mix dyes, stains, and paints to achieve specific, requested, or original colors.
Quality Inspection: Examine finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
Tool Maintenance: Properly clean and maintain spraying equipment, brushes, and tools