Finishing Technician/Craftsperson

Pottery Barn is seeking a meticulous Finishing Technician/Craftsperson to join our Portland studio, where craft and quality converge to bring timeless pieces to life. You will apply finishes, refine textures, and ensure color accuracy that delights customers and empowers our artisans to produce durable, beautiful wares. We value precision, curiosity, and collaborative workmanship, and you will contribute to a culture of craftsmanship and continuous improvement that elevates every item from concept to showroom floor.

Responsibilities

• Assess product finish quality through inspection at each stage to maintain consistency and reduce rework.
• Prepare surfaces for finishing by cleaning, masking, and priming according to specifications and production needs.
• Mix and apply stains, sealants, and coatings following safety data sheets and approved formulations.
• Operate and maintain polishing equipment and hand tools to achieve the desired sheen and texture.
• Document finish results and adjust processes to minimize defects and maximize yield.
• Coordinate with production teammates to schedule finishing operations and ensure on-time delivery.
• Conduct color matching and batch record keeping for traceability and quality control.
• Monitor environmental conditions and ventilation for safe finishing work and optimal results.
• Repair minor surface defects using fillers and texture techniques to restore product quality.
• Trim, sand, and burnish edges to ensure smooth transitions between surfaces.
• Train junior technicians on proper finishing techniques, safety practices, and quality standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting workflow enhancements and new finishing methods.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Finishing Technician/Craftsperson in Portland, OR is $20 to $34 per hour. This can vary depending on experience, education level, and specific job duties.

Pottery Barn is an American upscale home furnishing store chain and e-commerce company, with retail stores in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Australia. Pottery Barn is a wholly owned subsidiary of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Pottery Barn also operates several specialty stores such as Pottery Barn Kids and Pottery Barn Teen. It has three retail catalogues: the traditional Pottery Barn catalogue; Pottery Barn Bed + Bath to focus on its bed and bath lines; and one for outdoor furniture.