Wood Door Staining -Production Associate

Fast Partitions • Gallatin, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Production Associates are responsible for preparing, staining, and finishing wood doors to meet Foreword's quality and appearance standards. This position requires attention to detail, consistency, and pride in craftsmanship. The ideal candidate works efficiently while maintaining exceptional quality, follows established processes, performs thorough quality inspections, and contributes to a safe and organized production environment.

Requirements

• Excellent Attendance
• Strong oral and written communications.
• Ability to recognize color variations, finish defects, and other quality issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand tools and finishing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift and move heavy doors as needed.
• Must encompass and exhibit company core values by demonstrating Good Character, Fun, Above & Beyond, Genuinely Cares, and Passionate About Winning in daily work and interactions with team members, customers, and business partners.
• 1 year hand tools experience

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience staining wood doors or similar wood finishing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of different types of stains, finishes, and wood types is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces of wood doors for staining by sanding, cleaning, and applying pre-stain conditioner as necessary.
• Apply stains and finishes evenly and consistently using established techniques to achieve consistent color, coverage, and appearance.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including cleaning and maintaining staining equipment.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure finished products meet quality standards.
• Follow all safety policies, PPE requirements, and environmental procedures for handling stains, coatings, and solvents.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and other production team members to meet daily production schedules and quality expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED