Finisher

Experienced Wood F inisher

Our experienced wood finishers are a part of the creation in defining high quality craftsmanship. From the attention to detail, and perfect finishes, our entire process is thoroughly managed as we strive to ensure the highest quality of craftsmanship. Each piece throughout the finishing process is executed with a goal to exceed expectations. We do this by demonstrating our excellent organizational skills through our Lean Manufacturing processes. Our Wood Cabinetry Finishers are an essential element in the creation of cabinetry that exceeds the customer vision.

At Bakes & Kropp, we provide an environment that allows individuals to sharpen their skills, learn new techniques, and excel in their field.

Our ideal candidate would bring the enthusiasm, passion, and willingness to learn our wood finishing methods along with your prior knowledge to be a part of a team in the creation of each piece of fine cabinetry.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for an from professionally gained experiences in the trade or a passionate hobbyist of wood crafting. What we would like from you is the enthusiasm, willingness and professionalism to learn our methods in the creation of each piece of fine cabinetry, including but not limited to the following:

• A motivated and energetic individual that is looking to further your career while working with a team of finishers, gaining additional knowledge and education of the trade.
• Must be teachable! Even if you are experienced, everyone stepping into this role must learn our step-by-step methods. You must be able to receive instruction, try hands on, keep improving from the feedback given and then learn our next steps. We want you to show us how you can apply your previous experience with our methods.
• Understanding that while our processes must be followed to maintain our level of fine cabinetry, we still encourage your feedback as well.
• Someone that is looking to take their career to the next level of professionalism by always demonstrating positivity with a can-do attitude.
• You must be adaptable, and receive positive constructive criticism daily.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills are highly important.
• We look for those that can demonstrate: reliability, dependability, and accountability.
• Practice daily our core company values as they reflect directly to yourself, your teammates and future abilities within our company.

What you will do and what is required:

• You will apply the steps of finishing from sanding, prepping, staining and spraying including dyes, stains, glazes, catalyzed finishes and paints as you work up to custom color matching and specialty finishes.
• You will read and interpret cabinetry prints and work orders. (blueprints)
• Brush/spray or hand rub finishing ingredients such as paint, oil, stain or wax
• fill and smooth cracks or depressions, remove marks and imperfections
• Smooth, shape and touch up surfaces to prepare them for finishing
• Select appropriate finishing ingredients such as paint, stain
• Mix finish ingredients to obtain desired colors or shades
• Distress surfaces with woodworking tools
• Wash surfaces to prepare them for finish
• Have effective skills in coordinating timing, as you learn to follow blueprints and organizational processes per job order.
• Learn to successfully coordinate pieces of cabinetry as they rotate among the areas of the finishing department.
• Successful candidates will be learning each step of utilizing finishing tools and techniques involving all phases.

You must have the mindset to learn our methods of finishing. This will directly pertain to our high-quality standards that we must uphold as our commitment to our client base. This process will include continuous daily feedback as you learn our processes. We are looking for a team mate that has the ability to positively accept this feedback. If you have the willingness, professionalism and passion, we provide the training and development to produce quality products and grow within your career path with us.

Candidate should also reflect the team characteristics below demonstrating our core company values on a daily basis:

COMMUNICATE WELL

• Over-communicate—internally and externally—for clarity and confidence
• Be proactive: share updates—big or small, good or bad—before you're asked
• Listen actively, respond completely, and always stay professional

KEEP IMPROVING

• Strive to be better every day—individually and as a team
• Learn from mistakes and help others grow
• Offer feedback with encouragement and an opportunity to keep improving

BRING PASSION

• Have a deep passion for your craft and work that guides you to excellence
• Focus on every detail, with care and thoughtfulness
• Share knowledge freely: be a teacher and a student

BE RESPECTFUL

• Respect the environment, the community, our clients, and each other
• Communicate with kindness and humility
• Bring a positive attitude and a collaborative spirit

DRIVE OUTCOMES

• Design, build, and complete the very best product possible
• Set goals—daily, weekly, long-term—and work toward them
• Prioritize results: every task should serve a purpose

What you achieve/gain working with us:

• The ability to have hands-on training provided to you, learning opportunities, and gaining experience.
• Great selection of benefits including:
• Health care Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance benefits
• Aflac supplemental plans available
• Holiday time off with pay
• PTO time
• Matching 401-K
• Four quarterly company family events per year
• Monday mornings breakfast with staff meetings
• Employee Assistance Program
• Full time employment plus overtime
• 45-50 hours per week year round
• Pay range, $18 to $24 per hour
• Early morning shift M-TH 6:00am – 3:30pm, F 6:00am – 2:30pm, Saturdays are optional overtime as we value a family work-life balance .

If you are interested and qualified, please email your resume to [email protected].

At Bakes and Kropp, this is not a job, this is a career. We view all of our employees as family and keep the commitment!

We look forward to getting to know you, The Bakes and Kropp Team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• finishing: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mount Clemens, MI 48043: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person