Stain Mixing Specialist
Pacific Architectural Wood Products, LLC
Join Our Team
Pacific Architectural Wood Products is seeking an experienced Stain Mixing Specialist to join our production team. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of stain mixing, color matching, wood finishing, and quality control. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring custom stain colors meet customer expectations while supporting efficient production operations.
If you have a keen eye for color, experience working with stains and coatings, and enjoy working in a manufacturing environment, we'd like to hear from you.
Position Summary
The Stain Mixing Specialist is responsible for accurately mixing stains and coatings to achieve specific colors, finishes, and consistencies for customer projects. This position requires knowledge of color theory, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain precise mixing formulas and quality standards throughout the finishing process.
Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports To: Production Supervisor
Key Responsibilities
- Mix stains and coatings to match customer-provided samples and specifications.
- Develop, maintain, and document stain formulas and color recipes.
- Spray sample finishes and maintain an organized sample library.
- Measure and mix ingredients according to production requirements.
- Prepare surfaces for finishing applications.
- Operate finishing, painting, coating, and related production equipment.
- Monitor equipment performance and product quality during production.
- Inspect finished products to ensure color accuracy and finish quality.
- Adjust equipment settings, material flow, and temperature controls as needed.
- Load materials into production equipment and remove completed products.
- Connect supply lines and support equipment setup activities.
- Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
- Safely handle and dispose of waste materials in accordance with company and safety guidelines.
- Operate hoists or material-handling equipment when required.
- Support other team members within the pre-finish department as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of five (5) years of related experience in stain mixing, wood finishing, coatings, paint mixing, or a similar manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of color matching and color theory.
- Experience operating production, finishing, or coating equipment.
- Ability to read, follow, and maintain mixing formulas and production specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment and production issues.
- Effective verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in architectural wood products, cabinetry, furniture finishing, or custom millwork.
- Strong quality control and inspection experience.
- Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with production equipment maintenance.
- Experience maintaining color standards and sample libraries.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Ability to bend, reach, stretch, climb, and perform repetitive motions.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Dependability and reliability
- Strong attention to detail
- Integrity and professionalism
- Initiative and problem-solving skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Cooperation and teamwork
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Strong work ethic and accountability
Why Join Pacific Architectural Wood Products?
At Pacific Architectural Wood Products, you'll be part of a team dedicated to craftsmanship, quality, and customer satisfaction. We value skilled professionals who take pride in producing exceptional finished products and contributing to a collaborative manufacturing environment.
Consistent day-shift schedule M-F 5am-1:30pm with some variation due to production needs (beat the traffic) with opportunity for overtime!
Starting Pay: Negotiable with applicable experience
Benefits/Perks include:
- Dental insurance
- Health/Vision insurance with Pacific covering most of premium cost
- Life insurance
- Sick/Vacation (PTO)
- 401K with employer match up to 4%
- Work Boot Program - $100 annually toward new work boots
- Work Anniversary acknowledgements
- $1200 Referral bonus (to be discussed at hire)
- Company Swag
Apply Today
If you have experience with stain mixing, color matching, and wood finishing, we encourage you to apply and become part of our growing team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
