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Wood Finisher

PAY-$18-$20

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Wood Finisher to join our manufacturing team. This role involves preparing, staining, and painting wood components used in mattress foundations and frames. The ideal candidate will have experience in wood finishing techniques and a strong commitment to quality and craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

+ Prepare wood surfaces by sanding, cleaning, and inspecting for defects.

+ Apply stains, paints, or sealants according to product specifications and customer requirements.

+ Mix and match colors and finishes to achieve desired results.

+ Operate finishing equipment such as spray guns, brushes, and sanding tools.

+ Ensure all finished components meet quality standards and production timelines.

+ Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper storage of finishing materials.

+ Follow safety procedures and wear appropriate protective equipment.

+ Collaborate with production and quality control teams to resolve issues and improve processes.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 1-year experience working with wood or building materials for paint or stain preparation.

+ Basic knowledge of how to prep surfaces for paint and stain applications.

+ Strong attention to detail.

+ Painting, woodwork, staining, finishing, sanding, woodworking, cabinet building, assembly, paint prep, sanding, and polishing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Prior experience in wood finishing, painting, or carpentry preferred.

+ Ability to read and interpret work orders and finish specifications.

+ Strong manual dexterity.

+ Familiarity with finishing tools and techniques.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Why Work Here?

Join a locally owned and stable company with a focus on process improvement. Enjoy the opportunity for overtime, with additional hours available weekly. Be part of a team where every member's opinion is valued, contributing to continuous improvement and innovation.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a manufacturing floor setting with exposure to noise from sewing and quilting machines. It is a physically demanding role involving standing for long periods, bending, and lifting heavy materials. The environment is fast-paced with strict safety and quality standards and may involve working near automated quilting or border machines. Temperature may vary depending on facility conditions. Candidates are required to wear steel toe boots, jeans or work pants, and either short or long sleeve t-shirts. Additional personal protective equipment will be provided and must be worn at all times. The shift schedule is Monday to Thursday, 7:00 am - 5:30 pm, with overtime available on Friday from 7:00 am - 12:00 pm or 5:30 pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Guilderland Center, New York.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Guilderland Center,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.