What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finish Manager position at Gaithersburg Architectural Millwork?
Description
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Finish Manager to oversee all finishing operations within our millwork production facility. The Finish Manager will be responsible for leading a team of finishers, ensuring quality standards are met, maintaining production schedules, and coordinating with other departments to achieve project goals while maintaining compliance with DEQ and other regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Finish Manager to oversee all finishing operations within our millwork production facility. The Finish Manager will be responsible for leading a team of finishers, ensuring quality standards are met, maintaining production schedules, and coordinating with other departments to achieve project goals while maintaining compliance with DEQ and other regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise daily operations of the finish department, including sanding, staining, sealing, and top coating.
- Ensure all finishes meet company quality and color standards.
- Schedule and prioritize workloads to meet project deadlines.
- Work closely with the production, engineering, and installation teams to coordinate finishing requirements.
- Oversee color matching and sample approval processes with clients and project managers.
- Maintain proper inventory levels of finishing materials and supplies.
- Ensure all finishing operations comply with Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and EPA regulations, including proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Implement and enforce safety procedures and proper equipment use.
- Train and mentor finish department personnel, promoting continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Monitor and maintain finishing equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in architectural millwork finishing, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Strong knowledge of finishing materials, techniques, and equipment.
- Proven ability to maintain DEQ compliance and follow environmental safety protocols.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and finish schedules.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality craftsmanship.
- Working knowledge of safety and environmental compliance standards related to finishing operations.
- Experience with custom and high-end millwork projects.
- Familiarity with catalyzed finishes, conversion varnish, and water-based coatings.