Senior Wood Finisher

Spearhead•Nelson, BC

4d•CA$32 - CA$36•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Wood Finisher at Spearhead represents a department leadership role within our high-end manufacturing operations, demanding exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship excellence. This role focuses on executing advanced finishing techniques on premium timber and steel products while providing mentorship, technical guidance, and project leadership to the finishing team. The position requires advanced technical proficiency, collaborative capabilities, and proven peer leadership skills. This is a full-time position based on-site in our fabrication shop and plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient execution of complex projects, quality standards, and team development across different project phases. This position is ideally suited for candidates with experience as a Senior Wood Finisher, Cabinet Finisher, Painter and Decorator, Coating Technician, or in a related finishing trade.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in a relevant field, or equivalent experience as a Senior Wood Finisher / Cabinet Finisher / Painter and Decorator or Coating Technician
Minimum of 5 years of experience in finishing, coating, staining, woodworking, carpentry, or painting
Proven experience in mentoring and leading others
Strong understanding of working in accordance with quality control and quality assurance standards
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality results in a timely manner
Advanced organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

Read and interpret complex shop drawings, providing guidance on next tasks based on quality control and quality assurance requirements
Execute advanced finishing techniques on premium timber and steel products, including specialized surface treatments and complex coating applications
Prepare surfaces of solid timbers and engineered wood products (glulam, CLT) for stain application through advanced sanding, wire brushing, distressing, and specialized surface treatment techniques
Apply stains and coating products following product specifications, including custom color matching and specialized finish requirements
Demonstrate expert proficiency with hand tools for squaring, sanding, planing, and advanced fine-finishing requirements
Execute complex patching, filling, and visual upgrades using wood dutchmen, adhesive fillers, and specialized repair techniques
Conduct comprehensive quality inspections of all finishing work, ensuring consistency and adherence to premium standards
Lead and mentor junior finishers, providing hands-on training, technical guidance, and professional development support
Oversee complex finishing projects, coordinating resources, timelines, and quality standards across multiple workstreams
Lead problem-solving initiatives when finishing challenges arise, developing innovative solutions and best practices
Take ownership of high-priority and complex finishing projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and quality parameters
Coordinate with other departments to optimize project workflows and resolve cross-functional challenges
Serve as primary liaison with Finishing Manager for project status updates, resource needs, and strategic planning
Maintain finishing equipment in optimal working condition and train others on proper maintenance procedures
Ensure work areas maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and organization
Champion safety protocols and OHS standards, serving as a role model and safety leader for the team
Complete additional responsibilities as assigned in support of the Fabrication department and overall Spearhead objectives