Cabinet Finisher III

About the role

Position purpose: Under general supervision, prepares, applies, and touches up finish on aircraft furniture, aircraft specifications and design/engineering drawings. Assists lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance, assistance and direction to co-workers. Mentors and trains other Cabinet Finishers. Shift: First. Employment Type: Full-time. Travel: None. Posting end date: 10/06/2026.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex high quality repairs to finished surfaces of aircraft furniture in the shop and on-board aircraft.
• Applies finish to furniture using spray equipment and other manual/mechanical methods.
• Interprets material specifications to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements with a high level of quality and detail.
• Coordinates with Design group to ensure compliance with customer approved design samples.
• Complies with and champions Safety, 5S and housekeeping.
• Ensures the protection of aircraft interiors (PTP).
• Mentors and trains lesser skilled technicians.
• Works to develop and implement process improvements that address safety, reduce cost, reduce cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six-Sigma tools.
• Utilizes the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and sign-off work.
• Assists in developing initiatives to meet individual OGSM requirements, as required.
• Accepts Lead responsibilities when needed.
• Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians.
• Conducts safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits.
• Assists in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• Develops YI@W (Your Ideas at Work) as the opportunities present themselves.
• Assists in monthly 5S audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3 years experience in wood finishing processes.
• Knowledge of cabinet finishing processes and products.
• Experience in aerospace industry preferred.

Qualifications

• Possess a working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection, process specifications and terminology.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Skills

• Interpret material specifications and ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements.
• Apply finish using spray equipment and manual/mechanical methods.
• Perform high-quality repairs to finished surfaces.
• Coordinate with Design group for compliance with customer approved design samples.
• Champion Safety, 5S and housekeeping.
• Mentor and train technicians.
• Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Six-Sigma tools.
• Utilize material tracking system for parts demand, tracking squawks and sign-off work.
• Conduct safety audits and assist team members.
• Maintain shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• Develop YI@W (Your Ideas at Work) initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave, tuition assistance

Pay

The compensation range for this role is $25