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Finishing Department Jobs (NOW HIRING)

FINISHING SPRAYER

Kenly, NC · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Conestoga Wood Specialties, a leading manufacturer of custom wood components for the kitchen and bath industry, has immediate openings for a BOOTH SPRAYER in our FINISHING department. Job location is ...

Finishing Operator

Conover, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

This role is essential to maintaining efficient production flow, meeting quality specifications, and supporting the Finishing department through equipment set-ups, audits, troubleshooting, and strong ...

Finishing Optician

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

Job Title Optician in the Finishing Department IDOC Labs is an optical laboratory network, built exclusively for independent eye care practices. Three Rivers Optical has been serving independent ...

The Finishing Department is responsible for three primary requirements: apply protective coating to prevent oxidation, manage material flow in and out of ovens for chemical curing, and fasten ...

The Finishing Department is responsible for three primary requirements: apply protective coating to prevent oxidation, manage material flow in and out of ovens for chemical curing, and fasten ...

Finishing Operator

Conover, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

This role is essential to maintaining efficient production flow, meeting quality specifications, and supporting the Finishing department through equipment set-ups, audits, troubleshooting, and strong ...

Finishing Operator (P) 7/23

Conover, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

This role is essential to maintaining efficient production flow, meeting quality specifications, and supporting the Finishing department through equipment set-ups, audits, troubleshooting, and strong ...

In this position you will have the opportunity to operate various production equipment and perform multiple functions within the Molding & Finishing department for Tarkett Middlefield. You will be ...

Finishing Operator

Youngstown, OH · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

As a Finishing Department Operator, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our finishing processes while maintaining a safe and productive work environment. Your Day-to ...

As a Finishing Department Operator, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our finishing processes while maintaining a safe and productive work environment. Your Day-to ...

Serve as backup to Finishing Department Pack Processor as necessary * Tag products according to order instructions * Attach labels according to order instructions * Fold or bag products manually or ...

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How much do finishing department jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for finishing department in the United States is $17.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Finishing Department, and why are they important?

To thrive in the Finishing Department, you need a solid understanding of finishing processes, attention to detail, and experience with quality control, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant technical training. Familiarity with industrial finishing equipment, safety protocols, and systems like inventory management software is typically required. Strong teamwork, time management, and problem-solving skills help individuals excel in meeting production deadlines and maintaining high standards. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring product quality, workplace safety, and efficient workflow in manufacturing environments.

What are some common challenges faced in the Finishing Department and how can new team members effectively address them?

In the Finishing Department, common challenges include managing tight deadlines, maintaining quality control standards, and adapting to varying product specifications. New team members can address these challenges by developing strong attention to detail, communicating proactively with colleagues in production and quality assurance, and staying organized to handle multiple tasks efficiently. Training sessions and mentorship from experienced staff can also help newcomers quickly adapt to the pace and expectations of the department.

What is the Finishing Department?

The Finishing Department is a division within manufacturing or production facilities responsible for completing, refining, and preparing products for distribution or sale. This typically involves processes such as painting, polishing, coating, trimming, or packaging to ensure products meet quality standards and customer specifications. The work in this department is crucial for enhancing the appearance, durability, and functionality of finished goods. Employees in the Finishing Department may use specialized tools and equipment to carry out their tasks efficiently and safely.

What is the difference between Finishing Department vs Production Line Worker?

AspectFinishing DepartmentProduction Line Worker
CredentialsBasic technical skills, safety trainingBasic skills, safety training
Work EnvironmentDetail-oriented, quality-focusedFast-paced, assembly-focused
Industry UsageManufacturing, construction, textilesManufacturing, electronics, food processing
Job FocusFinal touches, quality control, finishingAssembly, packaging, basic operations

The Finishing Department specializes in final quality checks, finishing touches, and ensuring products meet standards. In contrast, a Production Line Worker focuses on assembling and operating machinery during production. While both roles are essential in manufacturing, the Finishing Department emphasizes quality and detail, whereas Production Line Workers prioritize efficiency and volume.

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Infographic showing various Finishing Department job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,156 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

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Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 125 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

84th of 119 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description


JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Understand and comply with plant and finishing department rules, regulations, and procedures
  • Catches and inspects cartons coming off machine to ensure they are glued and formed properly
  • Checks for defects by pulling stacks of cartons off machine, dropping stack on table, fanning out the stack and tapping
  • Packs off product into case and tapes completed box closed per specification
  • Palletizes as needed
  • Flat packing & rework
  • Checks level of glue on carton throughout shift and informs Glue Machine Operator of any problems
  • Assists Glue Machine Operator in any way needed to keep machine running
  • Documents maintenance report, log sheet, QA checks and production
  • Provides relief for breaks as needed
  • Keeps area and machine clean throughout shift
  • Must be able to work overtime
  • Responsible for understanding and adhering to all GMP, safety, food safety, SQF, HACCP and food defense procedures (Training will be provided)
  • Other duties as assigned

SCHEDULE DEMANDS:

  • Full time 3rd shift
  • Overtime required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Standing for extended periods of time up to 12-hours.
  • Lifting up to 20 lbs.
  • Reading computer screen or other electronic devices
  • Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment.

We are a folding carton manufacturing operation seeking candidates to join our Finishing Department as a General Service Worker. We offer outstanding opportunities for our employees to advance their careers through on the job training and job progression. These are skilled trade positions where our employees build successful careers in the Printing & Packaging industry. We offer a wide array of benefits including, but not limited to, Paid Vacation & Holidays, optional Health, Dental, and Life Insurance, health spending accounts as well as 401-K with matching funds. Employees may voluntarily elect Pet Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance Programs, Purchasing Power, Aflac, Lifelock Identity Protection, and Hyatt Legal Services. Tobacco Cessation, Employee Assistance, Uniform Service, Safety Shoe, and Safety Prescription-Eyewear benefits are also available.


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At Graphic Packaging International (NYSE: GPK), we produce the box you may have poured your child's cereal from this morning, the microwaveable tray that heated your lunch, the paper cup that held your coffee throughout the day, and the carrier of those bottles of craft beer you may enjoy tonight! We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet care products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are a team of collaborative, innovative, passionate individuals who are committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference.
With almost 18,000 employees working in more than 70 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim, we strive to be an environmentally responsible leader in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more about us at www.graphicpkg.com.
Inspired Packaging. A World of Difference.


Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.


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