What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Cabinet Finisher/ Painter position at KDR Wood Design Co.?
Cabinet Finisher / Painter
Pay: $20.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experience
About KDR Wood Design Co.
KDR Wood Design Co. is a custom cabinetry and architectural millwork shop located in Green Lake, Wisconsin. We design and build high-quality custom cabinetry and millwork for residential and commercial projects throughout the region.
We are looking for an experienced Cabinet Finisher/Painter to join our production team. This position plays an important role in the quality of our finished products, from preparing raw materials to applying the final coat. The ideal candidate has hands-on finishing experience, understands professional coating systems, and takes pride in producing consistent, high-quality results.
Responsibilities
- Prepare cabinetry, doors, drawer fronts, trim, and millwork through sanding, filling, and other necessary surface preparation.
- Apply stains, sealers, primers, paints, and clear finishes, including conversion varnish.
- Operate professional finishing equipment, including HVLP and air-assisted airless spray systems.
- Mix, match, and adjust stains and paints to achieve accurate colors and consistent finishes.
- Inspect completed work for imperfections, consistency, coverage, and overall quality.
- Identify and correct finishing issues and perform touch-ups as needed.
- Clean, maintain, and properly care for spray guns, pumps, spray booth equipment, and other finishing tools.
- Monitor finishing materials and communicate inventory needs.
- Follow proper safety procedures when handling coatings, chemicals, and finishing equipment.
- Coordinate with production team members to keep projects moving efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Safely handle and load finished cabinetry while protecting completed surfaces.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient finishing area.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of professional cabinet, furniture, or woodworking finishing experience.
- Hands-on experience with conversion varnish, lacquer, polyurethane, waterborne coatings, and stains.
- Proficiency operating HVLP and air-assisted airless spray equipment.
- Strong understanding of wood species, grain characteristics, and how different woods react to stains and finishes.
- Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and correct finish imperfections.
- Ability to read shop drawings and production paperwork.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and stand for extended periods.
- Dependable attendance and reliable transportation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a custom cabinetry or architectural millwork shop.
- Experience color matching stains and paints.
- Experience finishing specialty hardwoods, including walnut, white oak, hickory, maple, and cherry.
- Knowledge of finishing room maintenance, material handling, and quality control.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay of $20.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Retirement plan.
- Opportunity to work on a variety of custom residential and commercial projects.
- A team environment that values craftsmanship, quality, and dependability.
We value employees who take pride in their work, pay attention to the details, and understand that quality matters at every stage of production. If you have the experience and skills to produce exceptional finishes and are looking for a place where your work is valued, we would like to hear from you.
Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $35