Wood Paint & Stain Prepping Specialist

Summary

The Wood Paint and Stain Prepping Specialist prepares raw and assembled wood furniture for finishing. This role ensures surfaces are clean, smooth, and ready for paint or stain through careful inspection, repair, and preparation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect furniture for defects, damage, or inconsistencies before finishing.
• Sand wood components and fill cracks, holes, and other imperfections.
• Clean and condition surfaces, apply sealers or conditioners as needed, and protect areas not to be finished.
• Collaborate with finishers to meet preparation requirements and maintain an organized, safe workspace.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in furniture preparation, woodworking, or a related craft.
• Proficiency in sanding, surface correction, wood preparation, hand tools, orbital sanders, and dust-control systems.
• Knowledge of wood species and how preparation affects paint and stain adhesion and finish quality.
• High attention to detail; high-end furniture production and traditional finishing experience are preferred.
• Ability to move furniture components weighing up to 75 pounds and perform detailed, repetitive work while standing or bending in a workshop environment.