HIRING ARTISAN FINISHER

Creoworks is a family-owned manufacturer of custom products and spaces. We are a small strong team with a vibrant culture which relies on individual performance and collaboration. Each person is an incredibly important part of Creoworks’ success and our collective enjoyment of work. We love what we do!
ROLE

Highly skilled in the craft of finishing wood and metal, the Artisan Finisher has the ability to successfully self-manage projects from start to finish. He/she can clearly communicate issues that arise and help troubleshoot as needed. The finisher has a high attention to detail and works well with others along the way.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applying a range of finishes, including waterborne clear, conversion varnish, stain, and paint to wood substrates, including hardwood, plywood, and MDF
• Preparing wood surfaces of finished product to create the desired aesthetic and durability

• Applying a range of finishes to metals, including patinas, paint, clear topcoats, and oil
• Perform surface pre-treatment, conditioning, and cleaning as required (chemically, mechanically) to prepare metal surfaces for paint, coating, or patina application
• Monitor quality throughout finishing process steps and report issues to leadership as they arise
• Perform work as directed/assigned
• Maintain a detail-oriented attitude
• Communicate and work with team members to assure adequate and timely completion of projects

MINOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain organized and clean work area, taking proper care of all equipment and facilities
• Wear appropriate PPE as required, including safety glasses, face shields, gloves, respiratory protection, etc.
• Participate in training and development program for employees, as appropriate
• Manages intake of material, notifying supervisor/project manager of shortages or mis-ordered material in a timely manner
• Demonstrate effective team member skills with open and positive communication regarding production, safety, and quality issues
• Maintain SDS log

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to finish wood and metal products with paint, coating, or patina
• Repetitive use of hands for simple grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation
• Physical strength and stamina: ability to perform multiple tasks that require extensive physical labor, including lifting, climbing, bending, twisting, and operating handheld finishing tools
• Manual dexterity and coordination: have excellent hand-eye coordination, be able to move their hands quickly, and be able to grasp and assemble objects with hands

• Excellent vision and depth perception: must have the ability to read blueprints and see details at close range, as well as from a distance. When operating machines, they must be able to see the gauges and dials to make sure everything is functioning properly and be able to perceive how near or how far to move equipment.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Requires knowledge of paints, coatings, and patinas, as well as, associated equipment.
• Experience working in finishing applications in both wood and metal
• Experience with high-end furniture, cabinetry, architectural pieces a plus
• Experience working with creating/mixing/applying patinas and/or faux finishes
• Ability to work independently or with a team


GOALS

• Maintain track record of no accidents- assisting other team members to work safely
• Clearly communicate questions and issues that arise to direct supervisor, providing possible solutions with each issue

• Further develop artisan skills, learning new techniques, product applications, and equipment maintenance
• Self-manage projects, accurately producing the intended product on time

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Time Off

Schedule
8 Hours shift

Ability to commute/relocate
Seattle WA 98106: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

25 – 30 DOE