Wood Finishing Specialist

1 week ago


Chaska, Minnesota, United States The Bernard Group Inc Full time
Job Overview

Are you interested in being part of a company where every employee has a stake in its success? At The Bernard Group, we are proud to be 100% employee-owned. As a leader in visual merchandising, we excel in design and production, collaborating as a cohesive unit to achieve remarkable results for renowned brands globally. Our commitment to our values is evident in our daily operations, ensuring we deliver top-notch products and services consistently. We prioritize sustainability by sourcing materials from eco-friendly partners who promote social change and community engagement.

We are currently seeking a Wood Finishing Specialist to enhance our Millwork division. This role is essential in executing finishing tasks to create premium wood products efficiently and cost-effectively.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Ideal Candidate Traits:

  • Possesses a High School Diploma or GED
  • 1-2 years of experience in wood finishing or paint-related fields is preferred but not mandatory

Key Responsibilities:

  • Make informed decisions regarding quality, utilizing sound judgment and problem-solving skills to optimize workflows while maintaining high standards.
  • Demonstrate initiative and a results-driven mindset, employing effective time management and self-management skills to meet deadlines while fostering a positive work environment.
  • Take responsibility for work commitments, ensuring client expectations and timelines are met.
  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues, embracing teamwork to complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Exhibit a passion for excellence and a commitment to quality in all outputs.

In this role, you will:

  • Apply various finishing materials such as paints, stains, varnishes, lacquers, and polyurethanes to wood and other surfaces.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the spray booth, ensuring compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Monitor quality control throughout the finishing process.
  • Complete necessary documentation, including quality control checks and hazardous waste logs.
  • Conduct time studies and material estimates as required.
  • Set up production spray lines efficiently.
  • Assist in training and developing fellow team members.
  • Undertake miscellaneous projects and tasks as directed by management.

Essential Qualities:

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities, including active listening and clear presentation of ideas.
  • Willingness to acknowledge mistakes and learn from them.
  • Demonstrated loyalty to both customers and team members.
  • Reliability and approachability.
  • Enthusiasm for tackling new challenges.
  • Adaptability and a willingness to take on various roles as needed.

About The Bernard Group:

  • A leading visual merchandising company with a workforce of 900 employees.
  • 100% employee-owned.
  • Generous paid time off benefits that increase with tenure.
  • This is a full-time opportunity.

Team Dynamics:
We believe that small teams of talented individuals with the right chemistry can consistently outperform larger, centralized production processes. Our focus on building effective teams enables us to manage the speed and intricacies of retail successfully. This approach distinguishes us as a world-class service provider.

If you possess the skills and passion for excellence required for this role, we encourage you to consider this opportunity with The Bernard Group.



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