Custom Cabinet Shop LEAD PAINTER

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Custom Cabinet Lead Painter to oversee and execute cabinet painting projects with precision and expertise. As a key leader on our team, you will manage painting operations, coordinate with other areas of our company, and ensure high-quality finishes to our product. Your expertise in various painting techniques, surface preparation, and finishing will drive the success of our projects while maintaining safety standards and adhering to project timelines. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team, showcase your craftsmanship, and contribute to transformative cabinet projects.
Duties
Lead and supervise painting crew in paint shop, ensuring work is completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards
Prepare surfaces meticulously through sanding, caulking, and priming to ensure optimal paint adhesion and finish quality
Apply paints, stains, primers, sealers, and specialty coatings using hand tools, power tools, airless sprayers, and other equipment
Read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to accurately interpret project requirements and specifications
Coordinate with other staff on time frames for completion and availability for installation for seamless project execution
Conduct surface inspections to identify imperfections or repairs needed before painting begins; perform restoration or remodeling work as required
Maintain detailed records of materials used, work progress, safety compliance, and project documentation
Qualifications
Proven experience in residential painting, commercial painting, construction painting or industrial coating applications with a strong portfolio of completed projects
Skilled in surface preparation techniques
Familiar with the use of hand tools such as brushes, rollers, scrapers; power tools including airless sprayers