Top Coater

Top Coater – Finishing Department

Location: Brighton Cabinetry | Neoga, Illinois

Pay: $19.75 - $23.50 per hour

Job Overview

Brighton Cabinetry is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Top Coater to join our Finishing Department. Since 1996, Brighton Cabinetry has built a reputation for producing high-quality custom and semi-custom cabinetry through exceptional craftsmanship and outstanding customer service.

As a Top Coater, you will play a vital role in producing premium cabinet finishes by applying stains, paints, sealers, lacquers, and specialty finishes that meet our high standards for quality and appearance. The ideal candidate is dependable, takes pride in their workmanship, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This full-time position offers a consistent four-day workweek, excellent benefits, opportunities for advancement, and three guaranteed pay increases during your first year of employment.

Why Join Brighton Cabinetry?

• Four-day workweek (Monday–Thursday)
• Three guaranteed pay increases during your first year
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing company
• Stable, team-oriented work environment

Schedule

• Monday – Thursday
• 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• No weekends

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates demonstrate:

• A positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Integrity and accountability
• Excellent attention to detail
• Commitment to quality craftsmanship
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Willingness to learn and continuously improve

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Apply stains, paints, sealers, lacquers, glazes, and other finishing products to cabinet components.
• Operate spray finishing equipment and utilize hand-finishing techniques to achieve high-quality finishes.
• Perform multi-step finishing processes, including staining, glazing, wear sanding, shading, and brushstroke techniques.
• Mix stains, glazes, toners, and other finishing materials according to established specifications.
• Inspect finished products for color consistency, finish quality, and overall appearance.
• Make color and finish adjustments as necessary to meet product specifications.
• Maintain production schedules while consistently meeting quality standards.
• Clean, maintain, and properly operate finishing equipment and work areas.
• Follow all company safety procedures and environmental guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous wood finishing or spray finishing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of multi-step finishing processes and finishing materials.
• Ability to accurately identify and adjust color variations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical demands of the position.

Paid Time Off

• Six paid holidays annually
• One week of vacation after six months of employment
• Two weeks of vacation beginning January 1 following your first full year
• Three weeks of vacation after five years of service
• Sick time accrued at one hour for every 40 hours worked

Benefits

Benefits become effective on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) company match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability

Work Location: In person

At Brighton Cabinetry, we value craftsmanship, teamwork, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a career where your skills are appreciated and your growth is encouraged, we'd love to have you join our team. Apply today and become part of a company committed to quality and excellence.

Pay: $19.75 - $23.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $24