RS Cabinet Finisher IV

Unique Skills

• Cabinet Finisher IV
• Weekend Shift Finish Shop

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 4 years experience in wood finishing processes
• Advanced knowledge of cabinet finishing processes and products
• Experience in aerospace industry preferred

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.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• 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

Additional Functions:

• 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

Other Requirements

• 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
• This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language