Paint and Finishing Manager

Reporting directly to the Director of Distribution, the Paint and Finishing Manager oversees all painting and finishing operations for lighting fixtures, components, and related products. This role ensures high-quality surface preparation, coating application, and curing processes that meet company standards and customer specifications. The supervisor manages the paint team, coordinates workflow, enforces safety and environmental regulations, and maintains production efficiency within the painting department.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, train and mentor a team of painters and paint line operators, providing coaching, training, and performance feedback to ensure productivity and quality.
• Plan, schedule and assign painting schedules in collaboration with production leadership, engineering and quality departments to meet deadlines and optimize workflow.
• Enforce and maintain strict safety standards and cleanliness across all work areas, ensuring proper use of PPE.
• Inspect finished parts for defects and ensure compliance with quality assurance requirements to guarantee consistency and durability.
• Manage the execution and application of specialty finishes such as leafing, patinas, and custom coatings to achieve unique designs.
• Maintain and calibrate paint booths, spray guns, mixing systems and ventilation systems.
• Educate Team Members for surface preparation, priming, cleaning, degreasing, and removing contaminants to ensure proper adhesion and finish.
• Perform routine maintenance on tools, spray booths, and equipment to extend functionality and longevity.
• Support and recommend continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall quality.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and promotes a culture of safety, teamwork and accountability.
• Track material usage and inventory levels for paints and related supplies.
• Maintain production records, quality reports and maintenance logs
• Must demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to agreed-upon schedule, while being present in the workplace to effectively collaborate and communicate with co-workers and teams.
• Exhibits and adheres to the established Visual Comfort Company Values.

Requirements:

• 7+ years' previous experience in painting, finishing, or related production environment; management experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certifications in finishing techniques required
• Fluency in speaking and writing Spanish required
• Strong aptitude for and proficiency navigating production systems and tools
• Experienced in applying specialty coatings to metal surfaces
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and changing priorities
• Ability to achieve results both independently and through others by fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperation
• Demonstrate exceptional communication across all contact channels, including verbal and written
• Available to work a flexible schedule including weekends, early mornings, and late evenings
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered for this role

We Provide:

• Competitive compensation plan
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Generous Vacation and Paid Time Off Programs
• Closed on all major holidays
• Team Member discounts on Visual Comfort Products

Compensation Range: $80,000 - $84,000

Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

To be eligible for this role, you must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this role. Likewise, Visual Comfort & Co., will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship or benefit including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).