Our Company

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn teen, pottery barn kids, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, west elm, or Outward. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.

We hope you’re interested in building a home with us.  Even if you don’t feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.

Overview of the Craftsperson/Finishing Technician role

As part of our team, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks to support the production of Rejuvenation lighting and hardware products. Performs all processes in finishing department, and ultimately learning the painting operations using HVLP application equipment.

 

Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces and apply coatings to a variety of products/parts using standard methods. Primary applications are lacquer and polymer paint on brass and aluminum parts using HVLP spray equipment. Organize, move, hang, and prepare parts daily for painting. Other paint duties include proper paint preparation, sandblasting, grinding, buffing, and chemical treatment on parts to achieve the required surface finish. Understanding of safety practices relevant to industrial painting. Willingness to cross-train in other departments. Performs certain scheduled maintenance on designated equipment.  Contributes to the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.  Collaborates other employees to complete orders and solve problems.  Support Lean Manufacturing and EHS initiatives. Complies with all safety rules regarding chemicals, machinery and equipment.  Prepare parts manually for efficiency in production process. May be assigned to the Production Department to satisfy customer demand. Perform other duties as assigned by management.

 

Criteria

High school education or equivalent Knowledge of paint gun set up, operation and maintenance 1+ year of industrial painting experience. Experience in 2-part epoxy, and or lacquer application and operating an air-assisted, HVLP, and conventional systems preferred. Prior experience in manufacturing preferred. Medium level of English comprehension, reading, and speaking required.   Physical Demands:   While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to constantly stand, walk, talk and hear. The associate must be able to frequently move, push, pull, lift or carry heavy objects or materials up to 50 pounds. Adequate hand dexterity to work with required hand and power tools – frequent grasping and fine manipulation required.    Work Conditions:    Work is regularly performed in a distribution/manufacturing setting.  There may be exposure to airborne particles, chemicals, fumes, flammable materials, dirt, grease, and electrical equipment (Personal Protective Equipment provided where required). May work near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to humid, hot, or cold conditions as well as exposure to moderate noise levels.

 

We believe in People First

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Our DEI initiatives prompt associate participation and engagement, aligning with our core vision to reflect the communities where we do business and put people first.

Benefits Just for You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:  

A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities  Paid vacations and Personal time off Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits Tax-free commuter benefits  A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health 

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.