*** Starting hourly rate adjusted higher with experience. Hourly rate represents an entry level position with little to no experience.

Howard Miller is a family-owned company with deep roots in Zeeland, Michigan. Our president and CEO is third generation leading the organization. While we are best known as the largest clock manufacturer in the world, we also manufacture collector curio cabinets, bars, custom TV consoles, furniture for senior living, and a whole lot more. Come join our team.

Wood Furniture Sander / Case Cleaner:

1. Utilizes chisel and/or knife to remove excess glue, wood chips, and shavings.

2. Mixes putty to correct color and consistency (based on species of wood); applies putty to cracks, worm holes, nail holes, and other flaws. Sands these areas smooth and examines to confirm that repair is indistinguishable.

3. Utilizing automated hand-held sander, sands the surfaces of subassemblies to remove scratches, machining marks, glue, and “feathers” as well as to smooth corners and edges. Sands flat surfaces, inside and outside corners, profiles, carvings and all other surfaces to achieve an overall smooth appearance. May hand-sand small, hard to reach, and detailed areas with sandpaper or steel wool. Utilizes appropriate grit paper depending on the surface.

4. Case Cleaner sands completed cases paying particular attention to the areas affected by final assembly of subcomponents. Fills nail holes and cracks with putty and sands smooth. Closely examines entire case and sands any remaining scratches, flaws, rough spots or other problems.

5. Maintains an orderly and efficient work space. Ensures that vacuum table (depending on department assignment) is drawing effectively by keeping surface sufficiently clear and cleaning filter.

6. Maintains an accurate count of work completed.

Note: This job description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of the position. The employer reserves the right to modify this job description at any time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

Bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person

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Wood Furniture Cabinet Sander / Case Cleaner