Wood Pain Finishing Shop Manager

Wood Paint Finishing Shop Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Description

A well-established supplier of high-quality domestic and imported hardwood lumber and architectural millwork is seeking a Wood Paint Finishing Shop Manager. The company provides a wide range of hardwood products, including Teak, Sapele, Genuine Mahogany, Black Walnut, and Ipe, along with custom architectural millwork services such as interior trim, cabinetry, exterior siding, pergolas, and furniture.

The Wood Paint Finishing Shop Manager is responsible for overseeing all finishing room operations, including scheduling, production, quality control, safety, personnel development, and equipment maintenance. This position ensures that all finished products meet customer specifications, quality standards, and delivery requirements while maintaining efficient production flow and controlling labor and material costs.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

Lead and supervise all finishing room personnel.

Train, mentor, and develop finishing room employees.

Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching as needed.

Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Production Management

Plan and coordinate daily finishing room production schedules.

Prioritize work orders to meet customer delivery commitments.

Monitor workflow and identify bottlenecks that impact production.

Coordinate with mill, yard, and operations teams to ensure smooth production flow.

Maintain accurate production records and performance metrics.

Quality Control

Ensure all products meet approved samples, specifications, and customer requirements.

Approve first-run samples before production begins.

Maintain control samples and finishing standards.

Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Monitor color consistency, finish quality, and overall product appearance.

Finishing Operations

Oversee stain, paint, oil, sealer, and topcoat application processes.

Ensure proper mixing and application of finishing products.

Monitor material usage and waste.

Maintain finishing procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Support the development of new finishes and custom color-matching capabilities.

Safety & Equipment

Maintain a safe work environment and enforce all safety policies.

Ensure proper handling and storage of finishing materials and chemicals.

Oversee maintenance of spray equipment, pumps, booths, and related finishing systems.

Coordinate preventive maintenance activities to minimize downtime.

Inventory & Cost Control

Monitor inventory levels of stains, coatings, abrasives, and finishing supplies.

Reduce waste and improve finishing efficiency.

Assist with labor tracking, costing, and margin improvement initiatives.

Support continuous improvement efforts to increase productivity and profitability.

Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds.

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Job Qualifications

5+ years of finishing, spraying, or coating experience.

2+ years of supervisory or management experience.

Strong knowledge of stains, paints, oils, sealers, and coating systems.

Experience with color matching and custom finishes.

Knowledge of spray equipment, finishing booths, and related machinery.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Ability to read work orders, specifications, and production documents.

High school diploma or GED required; additional technical training preferred.

Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana.