Cabinet Finisher

Cabinet Finisher Amberleaf Home - 4.5 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $20 - $30 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Production finishing Thinners Mid-level 3 years Varnishing Wood finishing Attention to detail Paints Quality control Millwork Quality standards in production Sanding Spray guns (painting, coating and spraying tool) Priming Full Job Description Who We Are Amberleaf Home is a fast-growing, Chicago-based manufacturer of custom cabinetry and millwork. We build made-to-order solutions for multifamily and residential projects across the country - delivering craftsmanship, precision, and American-made quality on every job. We are makers. We build spaces that last and relationships that last longer. Every project, every person, every time. Our work is guided by five values that show up every day on the floor and off it: Own It Raise the Bar One Team Figure It Out Earn Trust Every Day Location Chicago, IL 60609 (on-site, required) Why This Role Matters Finishing is where a cabinet stops being a box and becomes something a client is proud to live with. As a Cabinet Finisher / Stainer at Amberleaf Home, your work is the last thing a client sees and the first thing they notice. We're looking for a skilled finisher with 3+ years of experience in wood finishing who takes pride in getting it right, works confidently with a range of techniques and materials, and holds themselves to a high standard without being told twice. This is a hands-on, craft-forward role in a shop that values precision, accountability, and the kind of attention to detail that makes work last. Responsibilities Prepare and apply finishes to custom cabinetry and millwork, including primer, paint, stain, oil, lacquers, sealers, and toners Execute spray and brush applications across a range of finish types: high gloss, metallic, glazed, and brushed Work with custom stains and advanced techniques including toning/shading, glazing, cerusing, wire brushing, bleaching, and high gloss polyester Prepare color matching samples with accuracy and consistency Perform touch-ups on various materials and finished surfaces Operate and maintain spraying and finishing room equipment properly and safely Collaborate with production and QC teams to ensure every piece meets Amberleaf's standards before it leaves the shop

Qualifications Required:

3+ years of experience in wood finishing, preferably in a custom cabinetry or millwork environment Knowledge of various finishing techniques, products, and application methods Experience with brush, spray, and hand-applied finishes Experience in custom color mixing Knowledge of spraying and finishing room equipment Strong attention to detail and a high standard for your own work Ability to work on-site in Chicago, IL 60609

Preferred:

Experience in specialty finishing techniques: liquid metal, crackle, burnt finish, cement finish Background in touch-up work across a variety of materials and finish types Familiarity with custom millwork or high-end residential cabinetry production What You'll Get Competitive pay based on your experience and skill level The opportunity to do craft-level finishing work on custom, made-to-order cabinetry A collaborative shop culture where your expertise is valued and your standards are matched 401(k) with matching Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off Opportunities to grow as we scale If you take finishing seriously, hold yourself to a high standard, and want to do your best work at a company that does the same, we want to hear from you.

Job Type:

Full-Time |

Work Location:

In-Person | Chicago, IL 60609

Pay:

$20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person