Spray Shop Supervisor

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Spray Shop Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day running of the spray shop, ensuring high-quality finishing, efficient production, and on-time delivery. Working closely with the Spray Shop Manager, you will lead the team, maintain quality standards, and step into a supervisory role when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, spray and finish timber products to a high standard.
• Manage the spray shop team in the absence of the Spray Shop Manager.
• Allocate workloads and prioritise jobs to meet production schedules and delivery deadlines.
• Monitor quality control and ensure all products meet company standards.
• Lead daily team activities, providing guidance, coaching, and support.
• Maintain health & safety compliance, including RAMS, COSHH and workshop procedures.
• Liaise with production, workshop and management teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency and housekeeping.
• Attend production meetings and provide regular updates on department performance.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within a spray shop or timber finishing environment.
• Strong knowledge of wood finishing, stains, paints and spray techniques.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight production deadlines.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Experience within a joinery or bespoke manufacturing environment is highly desirable.

Desirable

• COSHH certification.
• Face Fit Testing awareness.
• Spray finishing qualifications.
• Knowledge of spray equipment maintenance and filter changes