Wood Finisher
About The Position
The Finisher at Spearhead represents a crucial position within our high-end manufacturing operations, demanding exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship. This role focuses on executing finishing techniques on premium timber and steel products, requiring a unique combination of strategic thinking, advanced technical proficiency, and collaborative capabilities. This is a full-time position based on-site in our fabrication shop and plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient execution of tasks across different project phases. This position is ideally suited for candidates with experience as a 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 Wood Finisher / Cabinet Finisher / Painter and Decorator / Coating Technician required
- Experience in finishing, coating, staining, woodworking, carpentry, or painting
- 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
Responsibilities
- Read shop drawings and interpret next tasks based on quality control and quality assurance requirements
- Prepare surfaces of solid timbers and engineered wood products (glulam, CLT) for stain application through sanding, wire brushing, distressing, and other surface treatment techniques
- Apply stains or coating products following product specifications
- Proficient use of hand tools for squaring, sanding, planing, and other fine-finishing requirement
- Patch, fill, and visually upgrade timbers using wood dutchmen and adhesive filler products
- Inspect completed work for quality and consistency
- Maintain finishing equipment in proper working condition
- Keep work areas clean and remove full wood and garbage bins as needed
- Follow safety protocols and OHS standards when handling chemicals and materials, and while working with overhead cranes, forklifts, and other lifting equipment
- Complete other responsibilities, as assigned, in support of the Fabrication department and overall Spearhead needs
- Assist in developing, reviewing, and updating role-specific operations manuals and safety documentation
Benefits
- Extended Health and Dental benefits
- Weekly Indemnity Insurance
- RRSP program with employer contributions up to 5%
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
