Wood Finishing Shop Leader & Production Coach

J Gibson McIlvain Company; White Marsh (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

J. Gibson McIlvain Company is seeking a Wood Paint Finishing Shop Manager to oversee finishing room operations, scheduling, quality control, safety, and costs. You will ensure products meet customer specs and maintain efficient production flow.

This role requires hands-on leadership and a focus on continuous improvement. Responsibilities include planning daily finishing schedules, coordinating with mill and operations teams, and maintaining accurate production records.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years finishing/spraying/coating experience.
• Minimum 2+ years supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of stains, paints, oils, sealers, and coating systems.
• Experience with color matching and custom finishes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all finishing room personnel.
• Train, mentor, and develop finishing room employees.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Coating/spraying expertise

Color matching

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Read work orders

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Spray equipment

Finishing booths

Coating systems

Job description

J. Gibson McIlvain Company is seeking a Wood Paint Finishing Shop Manager to oversee finishing room operations, scheduling, quality control, safety, and costs. You will ensure products meet customer specs and maintain efficient production flow.

This role requires hands-on leadership and a focus on continuous improvement. Responsibilities include planning daily finishing schedules, coordinating with mill and operations teams, and maintaining accurate production records.