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The Lincoln Woodworks team is hiring.

Finish Prep

The Finish Prep is responsible for preparing and sanding various woods and finishes to prepare for application of finish.  As a finisher prep, you will be hands-on, handling the pre-preparation of custom pieces for our projects.  You will be working in the Finishing Department in a flow-based production environment. Must be self-motivated and work effectively in a team environment.  

Required Skills

  • Ability to prioritize and organize effectively 

  • Ability to keep work areas clean and organized 

  • Knowledge of various finish techniques, applications, and products

  • Detail oriented

  • High quality standards 

  • Ability to use hand tools correctly and safely 

  • Good eye for color matches

  • Appropriately use PPE


Primary Responsibilities

  • Care and maintenance of sanding equipment.

  • Sand custom woodwork and various materials for lacquer-based products, clear finishes, and various finishes.

  • Continuously monitor your progress to optimize the efficiency of projects.

  • Be able to finish prep accurately and consistently.

  • Occasional job site trips.

  • Understanding all aspects of bringing cabinetry to finish.

  • Consistently reproduce quality finish preparation.


Qualifications

  • You understand the value of teamwork.

  • You are dedicated to supporting a safe working environment.

  • You take pride in your work.

  • You understand how to prioritize your tasks.

  • You understand that this is an ever-changing industry and remain flexible with your expectations. 


Shared Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with lead finisher and project manager for task and deadlines.

  • Finish prep.

  • Report inventory and consumables to lead finisher.

  • Documenting special procedures for future tracking.

  • Loading and unloading truck.

  • Wrapping and packing.

  • Disposal of Hazardous materials.