Why join us?
If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Connect with our hiring team today to learn more.
Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.
GENERAL PURPOSE
This role focuses on producing consistent, high‑quality surfaces that meet appearance, dimensional, and quality standards while supporting lean manufacturing objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Set up, operate, and monitor side stroke sanders, wide belt sanders, and flutter sanders to sand and finish wood furniture components to required specifications.
Select appropriate abrasives, sanding sequences, and machine settings based on wood species, part geometry, and finish requirements.
Inspect parts for surface quality, defects, and dimensional accuracy; make adjustments as needed to ensure consistent results.
Perform multiple sanding processes to achieve proper surface flatness, edge quality, and finish readiness.
Maintain sanding equipment through routine cleaning, abrasive changes, basic maintenance checks, and reporting mechanical issues.
Follow standard work instructions and quality control standards to ensure products meet customer expectations.
Achieve production targets while maintaining a high level of quality and minimizing rework or scrap.
Identify process issues and collaborate with team members to solve problems and improve efficiency.
Support lean manufacturing principles, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Cross‑train in other production departments (e.g., assembly, material handling, or related machining operations) to build additional skill blocks.
Work collaboratively with team members, supervisors, and quality personnel to meet production goals.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support business objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
One of the following is required: (1) High school diploma or its equivalent (GED for example), (2) work experience which demonstrates performance competency
Skills and Abilities
Proficient in operating industrial wood sanding equipment, including wide belt, side stroke, and flutter sanders.
Ability to read work instructions, blueprints, or specifications related to wood components.
Competent in basic math (counting, adding, subtracting); advanced math skills preferred.
Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, and gauges.
Strong attention to detail and surface quality.
Ability to work cooperatively within a team‑based manufacturing environment.
Willingness to adapt to changing production needs and learn new processes.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
Ability to stand, walk, reach, and use hands for the duration of the shift.
Lifting requirements:
Vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to communicate effectively and hear safety cues, with or without accommodation.
Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.
MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.