“Working at GFS has allowed ā and encouraged ā me the flexibility of having a life outside of work, coach my kids in multiple sports, as well as being able to grow as a leader and a person.”
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Global Finishing SolutionsĀ® (GFS) is continuously in search of talented, ambitious individuals to join our team. We aim to provide our employees with every opportunity to make an impact on the company and find their niche along the way ā whether in a production, field services or office position.
GFSā greatest strength ā and the reason we have been successful ā is the contributions of our employees. This is especially true for a company of our culture and size. Although a large, growing business, with more than 300 employees, our heart remains rooted in small-town, homegrown values.
Comprehensive health packages with 100% coverage of preventative care
Flex spending account to integrate with health plan and direct deposit
Accident insurance for cash benefits for out-of-pocket medical expenses
Extensive dental
network with 100%
coverage for exams and
cleanings
Health Savings Account
of tax-deferred money
for qualified expenses
Short-term and long-term disability insurance for illnesses and injuries
Comprehensive vision
network with low premium costs and copays
24/7 virtual primary care from experienced doctors
$50,000 in basic life and AD&D insurance
Our core values define GFSā company culture and guide every aspect of our business. A low turnover rate ā with many of our employees staying with GFS through retirement ā is a testament to the culture we have built and live by.
We are focused on our family of exceptional employees. With a people-first approach and limitless opportunities, our employees have every chance to flourish.
Never forgetting that business decisions impact peopleās lives, we infuse fairness and professionalism into all that we do.
Side by side, striving for common goals, we align with people who share our core values and exceed our expertise.
We abide by unwavering standards of ethics and walk-the-talk principles. Our corporate culture is so steeped in character, it holds up even when the lights are off.
With keen eyes and vast resources, we constantly think ahead to be better and go farther for long-term success.
Located in the heart of Western Wisconsin, GFSā headquarters in Osseo is 30 minutes from Eau Claire and two hours from Madison and the Twin Cities of Minnesota. Our employees live in many of the surrounding cities and towns of varying population sizes ā perfect for people who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of major metropolitan areas while still taking part in major events.
GFS employees are actively involved in our community, participating in events and fundraisers for local causes. We strongly believe in giving back to the community that continues to support us.
“Working at GFS has allowed ā and encouraged ā me the flexibility of having a life outside of work, coach my kids in multiple sports, as well as being able to grow as a leader and a person.”
Our commitment to āpeople firstā works from the inside out. The dignity and courtesy we extend to our family of employees carries on to our customers, business associates and vendors. This is especially true for Mike Ausen, GFSā Production Planning Supervisor.
Mike works with nearly every department of the company ā through sales, design, engineering, purchasing, programming, manufacturing and shipping ā to coordinate jobs and meet our customersā expectations.
āThrough all phone calls, meetings, spreadsheet updates, project scheduling and sometimes rescheduling, Mike maintains a positive, cheerful attitude. I appreciate his hard work!ā
ā Pam Graham, Sales Support Supervisor
āMike always puts the GFS team first. He is a great leader who is very open and listens to everyone to make the best decision for the customer.ā
ā Jim Faragher, President
āImprovement is understanding that failure is often an integral part of advancement and success when implementing process. changes. Failure leads us to a deeper understanding of whatās going to work and whatās not going to work. Setting lofty goals that are hard to achieve can generate unexpected outcomes. If youāre not failing sometimes, youāre not pushing yourself hard enough to succeed and find those improvements.
āItās human nature to have aversion to change. We all get comfortable in the day-to-day luxury of our thought process and the repetition of it. To get everyone to think outside of that comfort box, they need to be involved in the improvement process. Everyone needs to have a voice and be heard, and to feel like theyāre not being spurned by the changes that are being made. Their thoughts and ideas for improvement are welcomed with open arms.
āImprovement means going above and beyond your typical workload. It is going to take extra hours, but that extra effort should eventually pay off, as the short-term sacrifices are going to be worth those long-term improvements and gains. And improvement must be a team effort. Wherever we want to go and whatever we want to do, we need each other to make it happen.
āWhen you have a heavy focus on improvement, you start to realize that itās a never-ending process. Sometimes, you get caught up in, āWhatās the next improvement we need to make? Whatās the next step we have to take?ā But you also need to take the time to celebrate your wins and accomplishments.ā
I started at Global Finishing Solutions in 2011. I was 15 years old and needed a summer job. My uncle worked in the design department at the time, and he told me they needed help in the IT department, working with computers and printers. My grandma worked in IT at United Bank in Osseo, and thatās where I originally got a passion for computers. I continued to work at GFS a couple days per week during the school year, gaining more and more experience. After graduation, I attended CVTC, and GFS helped me with my tuition. Once I received my generals, I transferred to UW-Eau Claire where I graduated with a degree in Management Information Systems.
GFS not only continued to help me with tuition reimbursement, but they offered me the flexibility to work part time around my school schedule and full time throughout the summer. At GFS, I have worked with a wide variety of technology. Weāre definitely above the threshold in the area. I wouldnāt be where I am today without the flexibility, work experience and financial assistance from GFS to get my degree.
āGlobal Finishing Solutions has a small-town feel. Our core values are really important to us, and itās a company that sits behind them ā the flexibility in your schedule, the understanding that family and personal things in your life are very important.ā
When I started at GFS more than 10 years ago, I worked with my boss at the time to kick off a lead management program. He not only encouraged the growth of the company and our department, but also encouraged my own growth and success. I really enjoyed the marketing aspect of my job, and GFS recognized that, so they sent me back to school to get my bachelorās degree in marketing. Along with my background in sales, it gave me an opportunity to move into the marketing department as the marketing sales coordinator.
GFS was flexible with my schedule when I went back to school, and they also helped pay for my education. They truly value growth and continuous improvement. Outside of schooling, GFS has encouraged me to participate in industry network events, such as the Manufacturers Alliance, to learn how others in the industry grow and improve. Currently, as the marketing manager, I continue to embrace the value of improvement and encourage my team the same way. Whether thatās self-education, conferences, industry trade shows, or going back to school.
Looking for a career opportunity that leads you in new and exciting directions? GFS has a wide range of job openings for you!
GFS does not accept unsolicited applications. Please check our list of job openings and apply online. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources atĀ 800-848-8738Ā orĀ careers@globalfinishing.com.
GFS has taken measures to ensure our online job application system is accessible to individuals with disabilities and to disabled veterans. If you have questions or need special accommodations during the online application process due to a disability, please contact Human Resources atĀ 800-848-8738 orĀ careers@globalfinishing.com.
Disabled persons may also apply by mail or in person at GFS. For more information or to receive assistance when applying in person, please contact Human Resources.
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