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Cabinet Finisher Sr - Military Veterans

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Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Cabinet Finisher Sr

Date: Jan 22, 2025

Location: St. Louis, MO, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus!

Cabinet Finisher Sr in GAC St. Louis

Unique Skills:

Any shift; Up to 15% shift differential for employees who work non-standard hours.

The compensation range for this role is $30.45 - $35.52 per hour.

Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location.

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes:

Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan
Employee assistance plan
Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years experience in wood finishing processes. Advanced knowledge of cabinet finishing processes and products. Experience in aerospace industry preferred.

Position Purpose:

Under general supervision, prepares, applies, and touches up finish on aircraft furniture, aircraft specifications and design/engineering drawings. Assists lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance, assistance and direction to co-workers. Mentors and trains other Cabinet Finishers.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

  • Performs complex high quality repairs to finished surfaces of aircraft furniture in the shop and on-board aircraft. Applies finish to furniture using spray equipment and other manual/mechanical methods.


  • Interprets material specifications to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements with a high level of quality and detail. Coordinates with Design group to ensure compliance with customer approved design samples.


  • Complies with and champions Safety, 5S and housekeeping. Ensures the protection of aircraft interiors (PTP). .


  • Mentors and trains lesser skilled technicians.


  • Works to develop and implement process improvements that address safety, reduce cost, reduce cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six-Sigma tools.


  • Utilizes the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and sign-off work.


  • Assists in developing initiatives to meet individual OGSM requirements, as required.


  • Additional Functions:
  • Accepts Lead responsibilities when needed. Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians. .


  • Conducts safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits. .


  • Assists in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs. .


  • Develops YI@W (Your Ideas at Work) as the opportunities present themselves. .


  • Assists in monthly 5S audits. .


  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Other Requirements:
  • Possess a working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection, process specifications and terminology.


  • The ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.


  • Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.


  • Must be computer literate.


  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.


  • Additional Information

    Requisition Number: 224386

    Posting Type: Internal-External

    Department: J2292-Compl Finish

    Category: Operations

    Percentage of Travel: None

    Shift: First

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Salary Grade:N9

    Number of Openings: 2

    Posting End Date: 03/31/2025

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

    Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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    General Dynamics

    General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

    Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

    General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

    Who We Are Looking For 

    General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

    Should I Apply?

    At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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