Finishing Associate

🏢 Apparatus · 📍 Red Hook Production 💰 $44,000 - $44,000 / yr

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

FINISHING ASSOCIATE

APPARATUS is a New York-based designer and manufacturer of a distinctive catalog of high-end, high-touch lighting, furniture and decorative accessories.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Perform production duties, including: immersion and hand-applied patina, color matching, hand polishing-waxing-buffing according to work instructions, and prepare products, as needed.
Produce consistent and high-quality work, on-time and according to department standards.
Learn new products and techniques.
Meet the output and quality goals.
Communicate with department leadership.
Maintain a clean, organized and safe workspace; contribute to overall department organization.
Comply with all Company policies.
Support company initiatives and projects on an as-needed basis.

SKILLS

Intermediate-level cold patina and metal finishing skills.
Trained in quality control inspection and care and handling standards.
Able to accurately read and follow work instructions.
Able to quickly learn and retain knowledge through instruction and hands-on practice.
Highly skilled manual dexterity, use of tools and equipment.
Able to perceive color and depth of field; and match hue, value, intensity, translucency and texture.
Solid problem-solving skills.
Meticulous attention to detail and organization.
Demonstrate a positive commitment to feedback.
Able to routinely raise arms over head, reach, bend and regularly lift up to 30 pounds (and occasionally more).
Able to work standing for an extended period of time.
Able to climb a ladder.
Able to wear appropriate protective equipment and abide by safety policies and guidelines while working with any hazardous materials/equipment.
Able to operate heavy machinery or equipment.
Reliable and trustworthy.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Craftsperson with a desire to learn and grow. Drawing, painting or handicraft knowledge.
Experience in a high-paced environment that values service, efficiency, and output.
High school diploma or GED.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time on-site hours: Monday–Friday between 8:00AM–5:00PM.
Over-time and weekend availability, as needed.

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