Experienced Finisher & Spray Operator, up to $25.00 per hour + Benefits Day 1!

Company: HNI Corporation
Location: Catawba
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.What we need:

• We are adding a Finisher/ Sprayer to our HBF team in Hickory, NC!
• Up to $25.00 per hour based on prior finishing experience and a skillset evaluation during the interview process.
• Less than 3yrs relatable experience? We would still like to talk to you! We also hire for Entry-Level roles from $15.00-18.00 per hour.What you'll do:
  • Prepare product, operate all spray applications, repair, and color match.
  • Manually sands all exposed areas on furniture piece (hand sander).
  • Applies filler by brush, spraying or wiping then wipes with rags to insure uniform color (applies filler).
  • Uses spray gun to spray lacquer, paint, washcoat, stain and/or shade onto unfinished furniture pieces (spray operator) meeting quality standards.
  • Color Match - Records color formula and issues formula and mixing procedure to appropriate members.
    • • Prepares color sequence chart to guide in applying match panel materials to desired product.
      • Compares printed sample with customer's sample to verify color shade and position of design.
      • Files folder containing color sample and formula for each design, and updates all match panel formulas making all changes to the formulas as required.
        • Inspects product at stain booth and shade booth to ensure the product is the desired color
        • Maintains a neat and orderly work area. Cleans spraying equipment as required.
        • Wears required PPE; works safely at all times and reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor.What you have:
          • Must have at least 7-years of relevant furniture finishing experience to be considered qualified
          • Flexibility - be willing to learn and rotate through multiples roles within the facility
          • Safety - comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures; meet the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
          • Environment - Dust, fumes and noise are common; while some facilities are climate controlled, seasonal fluctuations in temperatures and humidity are expectedWho would this be a good fit for?
            • Family and friends of HBF Members we have a very rewarding Member Referral Program of $500 for each qualifying referral that is hired!
            • Former HBF Members looking to return to a similar or prior role
            • Those with 7+yrs of experience in wood finishing manufacturingRequirements
              • Pass pre-employment drug testing
              • Pass a 7-year criminal background check
              • High school diploma or GED is NOT required HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation's leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products.As one of the larger employers in Iowa, HNI Corporation was recognized in 2018, 2019, and 2020 for the diversity of our Board of Directors and was named in 2020, 2021, and in 2022 as one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek. How we act today protects how we live tomorrow. Check out our CSR Report here: Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), are not just core beliefs at HNI - they are operational imperatives. We value each other's differences in experiences and ideas to solve problems and better serve our customers. Take a look at our DEI goals here: We offer Benefits on Day 1, including a new voluntary benefit, Daily Pay! To learn about all the benefits HNI has to offer visit . We also invite you to visit us at to learn more!

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