Wood Finishing Manager
Job in
Paris, Henry County, Tennessee, 38242, USA
Listed on 2026-10-05
Listing for:
Catapult Solutions Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-05
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Operations Management, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Direct Hire Fulltime position for a Wood Finishing Manager in Paris TN
We are seeking an experienced Finishing Manager to lead our high-performance wood finishing department. In this role, you will oversee the preparation and coating of premium commercial casework and scientific-grade laboratory furniture. You will be responsible for managing paint booth and flatline finishing operations, leading a skilled team of sprayers and sanders, and ensuring that every piece of furniture meets strict structural, aesthetic, and chemical-resistance standards (AWI and SEFA protocols) while maintaining a safe, lean production environment.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the Team: Manage daily schedules, assign tasks, and provide hands‑on training to finishers, sanders, mixers, and booth operators
- Manage Finishing Operations: Oversee paint booth and flatline finishing operations to specification, including spray application, cure times, and surface preparation
- Control the Process: Direct application of specialized, high-performance coatings (conversion varnishes, polyurethanes, chemical-resistant finishes)
- Ensure Quality & Compliance: Maintain exact mil‑thickness requirements, manage strict color‑matching consistency, and track VOC emissions to comply with EPA and OSHA standards. Verify adherence to AWI and SEFA testing protocols for all finished products
- Drive Efficiency: Implement 5S and lean practices to minimize dust contamination, reduce rework, and eliminate workflow bottlenecks
- Hazmat Management: Oversee safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials and maintain proper PPE compliance across the department
- 3+ years of leadership experience in commercial architectural millwork, laboratory casework, or high‑end institutional furniture manufacturing
- Deep knowledge of catalyzed finishes, spray equipment operation (automated or manual), and film thickness measurement
- Demonstrated familiarity with SEFA and AWI testing protocols and compliance requirements
- Strong knowledge of hazardous material handling and PPE safety standards
- Proven ability to diagnose and resolve finish defects (blistering, orange peel, adhesion failures) using root‑cause analysis
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain quality standards under production pressure
- Experience with EPA and OSHA regulatory compliance in finishing operations
- Lean manufacturing or 5S certification
- Background in both spray and dip application techniques
- Experience with color management systems and spectrophotometry
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