Job Description

Job Location Solid - Minneapolis, MN 55427 Salary Range $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

MISSION

PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience.

ABOUT PD

Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail

The Veneer Specialist is responsible for selecting, preparing, and applying wood veneers to meet project specifications and quality standards. This role requires advanced knowledge of veneer species, grain matching, and finishing techniques. The technique is an art where different species of wood veneers are selected, cut and assembled creating a custom pattern in a single sheet, following the customer's specifications.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify wood veneer for quality and quantity per project specs
• Read architectural drawings to select, cut and prepare wood veneer sheets for the different blanks used in our products
• Organize and prep veneer for stitching
• Mix adhesives and operate splicing machines
• Reinforce and repair veneer edges using tape and manual techniques
• Apply adhesive and press veneer to panels
• Operate wide belt sander and inspect panels for quality
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
• Follows all safety and workplace policies

Competencies and Skills

• Extensive experience in woodworking, especially in veneering
• Pride in precision, quality, and craftsmanship
• Detail oriented, quality conscious
• Operation of various woodworking equipment and hand tools is required
• Operate forklifts as needed
• Follow oral and written direction
• Work efficiently while ensuring quality standards are met
• Work independently
• Work within tight deadlines
• Excellent work ethic and positive attitude
• Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
• Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment

Education/Certification

• 2 year technical/business degree or equivalent experience

Experience

• 3-5 years' experience in a production/manufacturing environment or similar

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations

Benefits and perks we offer to full-time, regular employees

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 4% 401k Match with 5% Employee Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Flex Time
• STD, LTD and Group Life Insurance
• FSA and HSA Options
• Voluntary
  • Life Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Legal and Identity Theft Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Recognition
• English as a Second Language Education
• Online Training Opportunities

Qualifications