Wood Coatings Specialist

Atlantic Plywood Corporation; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health, Dental, Vision Plans

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

Atlantic Plywood Corporation is seeking a full-time Wood Coating Specialist to provide technical expertise and customer service for our wood coatings division. This role involves promoting lacquer products, assisting in color matching, and ensuring product performance.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and strong skills in communication and time management. We offer a supportive work environment and benefits including health plans and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Strong computer proficiency required.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert for wood coating products.
• Assist in planning marketing initiatives for wood coatings.
• Provide hands-on application guidance and product training.
• Conduct on-site demos and troubleshoot application issues.

Skills

Technical expertise in wood coatings

Customer service

Time management

Communication skills

Sales experience

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Salesforce

Job description

Atlantic Plywood is looking for a full-time Wood Coating Specialist to join our team!

Atlantic Plywood is seeking a full-time Wood Coating Specialist to support our wood coatings division through technical expertise, hands‑on product application, and customer service. This role involves working with end‑users, distributor sales teams, and management to promote lacquer products, assist with color matching, recommend equipment, and ensure optimal product performance.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Serves as a technical expert for wood coating products, supporting end‑user customers, distributor sales teams, and management.
• Assists in planning and executing marketing initiatives for the wood coatings product line.
• Promotes lacquer product lines and increases brand awareness across distributor and customer channels.
• Provides hands‑on application guidance, equipment recommendations, and product training.
• Supports color and stain‑matching processes, including custom color development and formula consistency.
• Advises on appropriate spray equipment and sundry products for specific applications.
• Conducts on‑site demos, troubleshoots application issues, and communicates best practices.
• Travels to customer sites, trade shows, and training events as needed.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma / GED
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Strong computer proficiency
• Knowledge of safety protocols and PPE usage
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Willingness to travel; must have reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in sales, technical support, or customer service
• Hands‑on experience with wood finishing or woodworking
• Proficiency in spray equipment and finishing techniques
• Color‑matching knowledge and formulation experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Salesforce
• Strong attention to detail and quality orientation
• Effective multitasking and organizational skills
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities

What We Offer

• Employee-owned company – Share in our success with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 10+ Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues with tenure
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Company-paid life Insurance
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Plans
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Weekly pay
• Positive, team-oriented work environment
• Employee Referral Bonuses