Bednark Studio Inc. is Hiring a Finishing Department Manager Near New York, NY
As the Finishing Manager at Bednark Studio you will be responsible for the success and performance of your team, the efficiency and quality of the department’s work, and the maintenance of a safe and welcoming work environment. This position requires a high level of collaborative communication via various channels, and you will be responsible for creating and implementing schedules for the Finishing team that align with the overall production schedule for a number of concurrent projects. The ideal candidate for this position is highly adaptable, passionate about continuous improvement, leads by example, and strives to embody our Core Values at all times:
Efficiency: Keep it simple
Respect: Value all perspectives; learn from feedback, lead without ego
Collaboration: Support each other in our shared pursuit of excellence
Dependability: Honor our commitments; take pride in fulfilling our promises
Attitude: Harness the power of positivity; enthusiasm in work inspires us all
Responsibilities:
Manage the finishing department’s daily operations, delegating work appropriately
Attend meetings as needed
Review build drawings and disseminate information to the team
Collaborate with Assistant Manager and Finishing Foreman to finalize material choices and orders for all jobs in a timely manner
Oversee the sampling process for all jobs
Review Asana regularly, and adhere to all Asana standards and processes
Review Trainual regularly, and update all Finishing-specific content in a timely manner
Collaborate with the Finishing team to determine daily schedules, order of operations, and space management needs
Uphold quality control standards for the Finishing department
Flag non-finishing QC issues with the relevant department in a timely manner
Assist in planning and forecasting of new projects, as needed
Sign off on all finishing-specific payroll and purchasing-related administrative tasks
Conduct regular audits of the Finishing team’s processes and standards, and implement changes when necessary
Collaborate with the Director of Operations and the Facilities Manager to conduct all necessary safety training and maintain up-to-date certifications
Maintain clear, respectful, and efficient communication with all Bednark employees, clients, or guests
Conduct weekly meetings with the Finishing team to debrief on recent wins and growth opportunities, review upcoming projects, share company news, and address any questions or concerns from the team
Conduct yearly performance reviews for all team members
Identify, set, and track performance goals for all team members, assist with providing professional development opportunities, and assign special projects
Maintain a robust and diverse staff roster of the appropriate size, ensuring that all necessary finishing skills are represented at any given time
Play a key role in talent acquisition, interviewing, and termination process
Ensure all team members are trained on the Incident reporting process and understand their responsibility to report incidents promptly
Ensure timely reporting of accidents to relevant internal stakeholders, such as HR, Facilities, and/or safety committees
Requirements:
5 years of experience in a Leadership role in a Scenic or Fabrication Finishing environment
Demonstrated knowledge of Scenic skill, including faux finishing, foam carving, event finishing, wood/millwork finishing, and skim coating
Comfortable with technology, including Gmail, Google Drive, Asana and ADP Workforce Now