Custom Millwork Painter Shop Manager

Sefina industries ltd; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-end custom millwork manufacturer in Montreal seeks a Custom Millwork Painter Shop Manager. You will oversee finishing operations, supervise a skilled team, and ensure quality standards for prestigious projects. Ideal candidates have 7+ years of experience in millwork finishing, with a strong focus on leadership and quality control.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Stable, long-term employment

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in high-end architectural millwork finishing.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial finishing role.
• Proven ability to develop and match custom finishes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all finishing operations: staining, spraying, and hand-finishing.
• Supervise and train finishing team.
• Ensure high-quality standards and consistency.

Skills

High-end architectural millwork finishing

Leadership

Spray booth equipment

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Bilingual (English/French)

Tools

Spray booths

HVLP/LVLP equipment

Job description

Overview

Position: Custom Millwork Painter Shop Manager
Location: Montreal, QC
Company: Sefina Industries
Industry: High-End Architectural Millwork
Job Type: Full-time
Experience: Senior (7+ years finishing, 3+ in management)

About Us

Sefina Industries is a premier manufacturer of high-end custom millwork, with over 60 years of experience delivering exceptional craftsmanship for luxury hospitality and residential projects across North America, Europe, and Asia. From the Waldorf Astoria renovation in New York to bespoke finishes at Four Seasons Japan, our work reflects precision, elegance, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all finishing operations: staining, spraying, top coating, and hand-finishing
• Develop and match custom finishes per architectural/design specs
• Supervise and train finishing team (sprayers, sanders, preppers)
• Maintain high-quality standards and ensure consistency across projects
• Manage schedule, workflow, and resource planning for the paint shop
• Monitor VOC compliance, safety, and spray booth maintenance
• Collaborate with production and project management teams on timelines
• Ensure detailed quality control and final finish inspections before shipment

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in high-end architectural millwork finishing
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial finishing role
• Expertise in multiple finishing systems: conversion varnish, polyurethane, glazes, high gloss, stains
• Proven ability to develop and match custom finishes (both solvent and water-based)
• Hands-on experience with spray booths and HVLP/LVLP equipment
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to read shop drawings and interpret finish schedules
• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset but not required

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Stable, long-term employment in a respected company
• Opportunity to work on prestigious international projects
• Collaborative team environment with a focus on craftsmanship
• Clean and professionally equipped finishing facility