Furniture Shader Sprayer

MillerKnoll•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Connect with our hiring team today to learn more. Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone. GENERAL PURPOSE Apply finish to manufactured product in a way that meets or exceed job related expectations for safety, quality, reliability, and environmental management. Problem solves with the assistance of other team members and seeks continuous improvement. Performs and completes all activities with a high regard for the safety of others and oneself. May learn additional functions by cross-training in other departments as needed.

Requirements

One of the following is required: (1) High school diploma or its equivalent (GED for example), (2) work experience which demonstrates performance competency
Previous finishing experience required
Must have good interpersonal skills.
Must be attentive to details.
Ability to match numbers from shop order print or on component part to stain number.
Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
Ability to solve smaller problems that may arise while finishing components.
Ability to use a spray gun and an air palm sander.
Ability to work in a regulated environment.
Ability to read and understand safety data sheets when using chemicals.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret drawings and routings to understand product specifications, materials, and required finishing processes.
Apply stains, toners, and dyes using spray equipment, ensuring accurate color match to sample boards and achieving a consistent, uniform finish.
Apply polyurethane coatings using spray guns, including determining proper application rates to prevent defects and achieve required coverage and thickness.
Sand and tack components between coating applications to ensure proper surface preparation and finish quality.
Inspect own work to identify finishing defects and perform necessary touch-ups or corrections to meet quality standards.
Follow standardized finishing methods for each component to ensure consistency and repeatability.
Maintain spray equipment, including routine cleaning of spray guns and components, performing minor repairs, and changing materials (e.g., polyurethane, thinner, catalyst) as needed.
Set up and maintain finishing area equipment, including booth filters, band support rollers, and part carriers/sawhorses, in accordance with guidelines.
Adhere to all safety standards and maintain a safety-focused work environment.
Follow quality standards and good documentation practices when handling quality records and controlled documents.
Comply with recycling and proper disposal procedures.
Apply lean manufacturing principles as trained or directed.
Collaborate effectively in a team environment to meet production goals.
Work overtime as needed to support production demands.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support business objectives.