Metal/Wood Finisher

Hours: (full-time, 40 hrs/wk) M-Th, 8 am – 5 pm | Fr, 8 am – 2:30 pm (regular OT expected included weekends as needed)  
 
Location: This position is located in Albany, NY – onsite work is required  
 
Status: Hourly, Non-exempt  
 
Pay Range: $23 - $30 Compensation based on Experience  

About Digifabshop & CWK Associates  

Digifabshop & CWK Associates are pioneering firms at the forefront of digitally intensive custom architectural fabrication. We specialize in bringing one-of-a-kind projects to life, embracing complex geometric, fabrication, and logistical challenges to create what has never been built before. Our work leverages advanced algorithms and robotics to create structures with precision and efficiency. See our groundbreaking work here: https://www.cwkeller.com/  https://digifabshop.com/ 

Digifabshop Finishers are responsible for implementing a wide variety of finishing applications and cosmetic repairs for wood, metal, and composite materials under the direction and guidance of the Finishing Lead. True perfectionists, Digifabshop finishers have an unparalleled eye for detail. 

Duties / Responsibilities: 

• Sprays, brushes, or hand rubs finishing ingredients such as paint, oil, lacquer, stain, or wax onto wood, metal, and other materials 

• Operates, monitors and maintains Makor Q-One spray-finishing machine for production job finishing 

• Mixes and prepares finish according to manufacturer specifications and desired outcome 

• Prepares all surfaces to be finished and masks all areas where finish will not be applied 

• Treats, recolors, fills, or otherwise repairs damaged or defective areas in a variety of stock 

• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with OSHA industry standards 

• Examining finished products and finishing processes to evaluate their quality and effectiveness 

• Balance quality and timeliness while carrying out shop assignments; ensuring that finishing products are not wasted unnecessarily 

• Proficient in use of electronic communication. 

• Proactively seeks continuous improvement and professional development. 

• Meaningfully contribute to team meetings, training, policies, strategy and culture 

• Perform other related duties as required. 

Required Skills / Abilities: 

• Visual Discrimination – The ability to match or detect differences in color, texture, and pattern both subtle and obvious 

• Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, inspect, or assemble objects 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills 

• The ability to identify complex problems and development innovative solutions 

• Attentive, considerate, inquisitive and empathetic to others 

• Exceptional time management skills 

• Lifelong learner & team player 

• Possess a willingness to teach others who are less experienced  

• Fast paced, energetic environment 

Education and Experience: 

• Previous experience, or on-the-job training required. 

• 1-2 years of relevant industry experience 

Work Environment 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, fumes, and loud noises. Employees are always required to wear P.P.E. while on the manufacturing floor. 

Salary : $23 - $30