The Furniture Sander is a vital member of the production team, responsible for the final surface preparation of wood furniture and frames. This role blends manual dexterity with a keen eye for detail, ensuring that every piece is structurally sound and aesthetically smooth before it moves to the finishing stage.
Working in a high-volume manufacturing environment, you will interpret production tickets, utilize specialized sanding tools and jigs, and perform minor wood repairs to eliminate defects. The ideal candidate is a quality-focused team player who thrives in a physically active role and takes pride in transforming raw materials into high-quality, handcrafted goods.
Key Responsibilities
Production Oversight: Reading and interpreting production tickets to ensure each piece is sanded according to specific design requirements.
Precision Sanding: Manually sanding wood furniture and frames using a variety of specialized jigs, hand tools, and power equipment.
Defect Repair: Identifying and repairing minor wood defects using appropriate fillers, tools, and materials to ensure a seamless surface.
Safety Compliance: Maintaining a strict adherence to all safety policies and procedures to ensure a secure work environment for yourself and your team.
Team Collaboration: Working effectively within a production team to consistently meet or exceed daily output goals and quality standards.
Experience/Certifications/Education
Education: High school diploma or GED (preferred).
Experience: Previous experience in wood sanding, carpentry, or a manufacturing environment is a significant plus.
Attention to Detail: Ability to spot minor imperfections and a commitment to producing high-quality craftsmanship.
Abilities/Key Competencies/Skills
Must be able to work thoughtfully and thoroughly with continuous attention to detail
Must be able to stand, walk, stoop and bend for 8 or more hours daily
Ability to learn quickly and retain a wide range of small details concerning multiple product types, tasks, system processes, issues, and/or projects
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Comfortable multi-tasking, or, pivoting between tasks as the need arises
Willingness to learn new products, procedures, and processes as business needs change
A friendly attitude with the ability to deliver exceptional customer service and be a team player and stay self-motivated in a fast-paced environment
Frequently lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs.; occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work comfortably in noisy and dusty environments (appropriate PPE provided).
Kravet LLC., established in 1918, is the premier resource and industry leader for home furnishings, available exclusively to the trade. A fifth generation family business, KraveT LLC. has grown to offer fabrics, furniture, wallcoverings, trimmings, carpets and accessories. Continued commitment to innovation has helped the company transform from a small fabric house to a global leader, representing brands and designers from all over the world. Kravet LLC. owns Kravet, Lee Jofa, Lee Jofa Modern, Brunschwig & Fils, GP & J Baker and Donghia, and distributes a series of other high market brands – all specializing in style, luxury and exceptional design.
A one-stop shopping resource for all interior design needs, Kravet LLC. also offers an edited collection of unique, high-quality finished products across all categories for the home. With showroom locations in North America and worldwide, Kravet LLC. offers the highest level of customer service and craftsmanship for today’s design professional.
