LEAD FINISHING SPECIALIST (Painter / Coatings Expert)

About Us:

Grain Design Concepts (GDC) is a creative fabrication and signage company specializing in: Commercial signage Restaurant interiors Experiential builds Props and installations Custom fabrication We are currently expanding our finishing department and looking for a highly skilled paint and coatings specialist. Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Lead Finishing Specialist, specializing in painting and coatings, to join our manufacturing team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the finishing processes of our products, ensuring high-quality surface treatments through expert application of paints, coatings, and related materials. Your leadership will drive precision, efficiency, and safety in all finishing operations, contributing to the overall excellence of our manufacturing output. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team of finishing technicians while applying your extensive knowledge of industrial painting and surface preparation techniques. Duties Lead and coordinate all finishing activities, including surface preparation, painting, coating application, and touch-up work, ensuring adherence to quality standards. Supervise and mentor finishing team members, providing training on proper use of hand tools, power tools, airless paint spraying equipment, and other finishing techniques. Inspect finished products using precision measuring instruments and visual assessments to verify surface quality and consistency. Manage materials handling processes such as loading/unloading materials with forklifts and cranes; ensure proper storage and inventory control of paints, coatings, and related supplies. Oversee fabrication tasks related to surface preparation or custom coating applications within the manufacturing process. Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety protocols related to welding, auto body repair techniques, use of power tools, and handling hazardous materials. Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize workflow using lean manufacturing principles; participate in continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with industry standards for industrial and construction painting as well as auto painting procedures. Experience Proven experience in industrial or construction painting, auto body repair, or auto painting with a strong understanding of coating systems and surface preparation. Demonstrated leadership skills in a manufacturing or fabrication environment; experience supervising or mentoring teams preferred. Hands-on expertise with hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, airless paint sprayers, and precision measuring instruments. Knowledge of materials handling equipment such as forklifts and cranes; warehouse experience is advantageous. Familiarity with machining processes, fabrication techniques, and basic math skills for measurements and calculations. Understanding of lean manufacturing practices to improve efficiency and reduce waste. Prior experience working with welding techniques or auto body repair enhances your ability to oversee diverse finishing tasks effectively. Join us as a Lead Finishing Specialist to elevate our product quality through expert craftsmanship while leading a dedicated team! Your technical skills combined with your leadership will ensure our surfaces meet the highest standards of durability and appearance—driving success across our manufacturing operations!

Pay:

$25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person