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D. Reis Furniture

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Veneer Specialist

Mineola, NY · Remote

$36 - $50/hr

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Veneer Specialist to join our production team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in veneer preparation, cutting, stitching, and quality ...

Hollywood Woodwork

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Hialeah, FL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

The Veneer Specialist is responsible for selecting, preparing, and applying wood veneers to meet project specifications and quality standards. This role requires advanced knowledge of veneer species ...

Oakwood Veneer Company

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Troy, MI · On-site

$17.05/hr

Production Associate - Full Time - Day Shift - $17.05/hour Oakwood Veneer Company - Troy, MI No Nights • No Weekends • Paid Training Oakwood Veneer Company is hiring a full-time Production ...

Oakwood Veneer Company

Machine Operator

Troy, MI · On-site

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Troy, MI · On-site

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Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator - Full-Time | Troy, MI Oakwood Veneer Company - Troy, Michigan Oakwood Veneer Company is hiring a full-time Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator to join our ...

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Veneer Specialist

Mineola, NY • Remote

D. Reis Furniture
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$36 - $50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Us

D. Reis Furniture Manufacturing (DRF) is a leading high-end architectural millwork and custom furniture manufacturer based in NY. We specialize in precision-crafted residential interiors, collaborating with top architects, designers, and builders throughout New York and beyond. Our work demands the highest level of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Veneer Specialist to join our production team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in veneer preparation, cutting, stitching, and quality control for fine architectural millwork and furniture. This individual should possess a meticulous eye for grain matching, sequencing, and color consistency, and be capable of delivering flawless veneer work from raw leaf to finished panel.

Key Responsibilities

  • Select and prepare veneers according to project specifications, ensuring consistency in color and grain.
  • Cut and join veneer leaves using saws, splicers, or manual methods to achieve book-matched, slip-matched, or sequence-matched patterns.
  • Conduct precise veneer layups and assist with glue applications for press operations (hot or cold).
  • Inspect veneer faces and pressed panels for quality, alignment, and surface uniformity.
  • Maintain veneer inventory, organization, and labeling.
  • Collaborate closely with the finishing, engineering, and fabrication teams to ensure production flow and quality standards are met.
  • Uphold a clean and safe working environment in accordance with shop safety policies.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in veneer preparation and layup within a custom millwork or furniture shop.
  • Strong understanding of veneer matching techniques and wood species identification.
  • Proficient with veneer cutting, splicing, and pressing equipment.
  • Excellent attention to detail and quality control.
  • Ability to read and interpret shop drawings.
  • Dependable, team-oriented, and capable of working independently.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly Rate: $35–$50, based on experience level
  • Opportunity for growth within a well-established millwork firm
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Collaborative and craftsmanship-focused work environment