Painter/Stain Finisher Helper

Description

Design-Tex is seeking a skilled Painter/Stain Finisher Helper to join our production team. This role is responsible for the prepping of materials for painting, staining and finishing wood products with precision and consistency. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, experience working with finishing products, and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

This position operates inside a dedicated paint booth equipped with proper lighting and ventilation to support safe, accurate, and efficient finishing.

Key Responsibilities:

• •Apply paints, stains and finishes to wood products using spray equipment and other finishing tools.
• •Prepare surfaces for finishing materials (paint, stain, sealers, topcoats) based on project requirements.
• •Ensure consistent quality, proper coverage, and correct finish on all products.
• •Operate within a ventilated paint booth, following all safety and cleanliness standards.
• •Maintain tools, spray equipment, and the paint booth to ensure optimal performance.
• •Inspect finished pieces for defects and perform touch ups or rework when necessary.
• •Follow production schedules and communicate any issues to supervisors.
• •Adhere to all safety guidelines, including PPE use and proper handling of chemicals.

Requirements

• •Experience in painting, staining, or finishing wood products (manufacturing or carpentry environment preferred).
• •Ability to accurately apply finishes with spray equipment.
• •Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• •Familiarity with safe handling of paints, stains and finishing chemicals.
• •Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs as needed.

Stevens Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The pay range provided represents the expected compensation for this position. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining fairness with internal pay structures. We ensure compliance with all applicable wage and hour laws, including those related to minimum pay requirements.