Finish Department Manager Woodworking

VCA Inc.; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Inc. in Northampton, MA, seeks an experienced Lead Finisher to manage the finish department. Candidates must have a keen eye for color and expertise in various finishing techniques, including staining and spraying catalyzed lacquers.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and experienced in the complete finishing process. Supervisory experience and good communication skills are essential. Join a team where every member is valued in our pursuit of excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be experienced in color matching, staining, and spraying catalyzed lacquers.
• Ability to replicate finishes from samples is required.
• Production millwork finishing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the finish department effectively.
• Handle multiple projects and problem-solve as needed.
• Ensure high-quality finishing processes and supervise team members.

Skills

Eye for color

Experience with finishing systems

Good communication skills

Supervisory experience

Detail oriented

Job description

We are an established expanding company manufacturing fine custom furniture and architectural millwork for the high end interior design industry. We are based in Western MA but working with a national clientele. We value passion, commitment, and a desire to strive for excellence. VCA Inc. is a workplace where every member of the team is equally important.

Job Description

Looking for an experienced top level Lead Finisher to manage the finish department. Must have a great eye for color and be comfortable working with multiple finishing systems and techniques. We are looking for someone who is experienced in all aspects of the finishing process from color matching to staining to spraying catalyzed lacquers and polyester to final rub out. You must be able to replicate finishes from your samples. Production millwork finishing and experience repairing and touching-up finishes a plus. Good communication skills are essential as is supervisory experience. Career minded, reliable, able to handle multiple projects, problem solve, work as a team member and be detail oriented.

Additional Information

Please provide cover letter and resume.