Spray Line and Press Lead

Hood Industries, Inc. is a blend of wood manufacturing and distribution concerns that include plywood, lumber manufacturing plants, and twenty‑four specialty wood product distribution operations, located in eighteen states serving the northeast, southeast, and southwest United States.

The primary purpose of the Spray Line Lead is to oversee the lay‑up and pressing operations in a plywood manufacturing environment. This role includes coordinating team activities, ensuring quality and safety standards, training operators, and monitoring productivity to meet production targets. The Lead is responsible for supervising daily operations and troubleshooting issues to ensure efficient and smooth production processes.

• Assists in supervision and directs the lay‑up and press team, ensuring all team members understand their roles and responsibilities.
• Assigns tasks to operators based on production schedules and individual skill levels.
• Monitors team performance, provides guidance, feedback, and support as needed.
• Oversees the lay‑up process to ensure correct layering, adhesive application, and alignment according to product specifications.
• Assists in supervision of press operations, adjusting machine settings as needed to achieve desired product quality and consistency.
• Ensures efficient workflow by monitoring and coordinating lay‑up and pressing activities.
• Inspects materials and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Identifies and addresses quality issues immediately, collaborating with the quality control department to implement corrective actions.
• Trains team members on quality standards and inspection techniques to maintain high‑quality output.
• Trains new and existing team members on lay‑up and press procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
• Conducts regular skill assessments and provides additional training to improve team competency and productivity.
• Enforces safety guidelines, ensuring all team members adhere to company safety protocols and wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Conducts routine safety inspections and maintains a clean, organized, and hazard‑free work area.
• Reports any safety incidents or equipment malfunctions to the Production Supervisor or safety team promptly.
• Troubleshoots and resolves any operational issues related to the lay‑up or press machines.
• Performs routine maintenance checks on equipment and coordinates repairs as necessary.
• Works with the maintenance team to schedule preventive maintenance and minimize downtime.
• Maintains accurate records of production, including quantities, quality issues, machine settings, and downtime.
• Reports daily production metrics and any operational challenges to the Production Supervisor.
• Participates in shift handovers to communicate key information to the incoming shift.

• Interpersonal skills with the ability to work with people at all levels of an organization.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and perform effectively in a fast‑paced and constantly changing environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize, multi‑task, and prioritize.
• Ability to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues.

• Minimum 2‑3 years in a Spray Line Lead role, with experience in leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Proficient in operating and troubleshooting lay‑up and press machines.
• Strong communication, coordination, and decision‑making skills.
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to quality control and safety compliance.
• Skilled in identifying and resolving issues efficiently to minimize production delays.
• Factory setting with exposure to noise, adhesives, and machinery.
• Requires adherence to strict safety guidelines and PPE.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in wood products.
• Experience operating a forklift.

Hood Industries offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including medical, employee assistance program, dental, vision, cancer, life, flexible spending account, 401k, and LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full‑time employment.

Hood Industries requires that applicants consent to a background check and a drug screen to continue in the selection process. All employment offers are contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful passing of required drug tests. If hired, you will be required to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the U.S.

An Equal Opportunity Employer