Supervisor, Production(Finish)
MasterBrand · Howard Lake · $56,100–$88,110 (stated in the posting)
For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.
Job Description:
Production Supervisor - Finishing Department
Job Title: Production Supervisor(Finishing)
Department: Finishing Operations
Location: Howard Lake, MN
Reports To: Production Manager
Position Summary
The Production Supervisor (Finish) is responsible for leading daily operations within the finishing department, including staining, painting, glazing, sanding, touch-up, curing, and related finishing processes. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of finished cabinet components while driving employee engagement, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. The supervisor provides leadership to production associates and works closely with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, Materials, and Human Resources to achieve business objectives.
Essential Responsibilities
Safety Leadership
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture within the finishing department.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and hazardous material handling requirements.
- Conduct safety audits, observations, and investigations as needed.
- Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to chemical handling procedures.
- Partner with Environmental, Health & Safety teams to reduce workplace risks.
Employee Leadership & Development
- Lead, coach, and develop finishing associates to achieve performance expectations.
- Manage attendance, performance, employee relations concerns, and disciplinary processes.
- Support onboarding, training, and cross-training initiatives.
- Foster accountability, teamwork, and employee engagement.
- Conduct regular performance and development conversations.
Finishing Operations Management
- Direct daily finishing operations to meet production schedules and customer demand.
- Monitor workflow throughout sanding, staining, painting, glazing, curing, inspection, and touch-up processes.
- Balance staffing and resources to maximize productivity and throughput.
- Ensure department goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost are achieved.
- Identify and address production bottlenecks that impact flow or output.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure all finishing processes meet company and customer quality standards.
- Monitor color consistency, finish quality, adhesion, appearance, and overall product specifications.
- Investigate quality defects and implement corrective actions.
- Partner with Quality and Engineering teams to drive process improvements.
- Reinforce workmanship standards and attention to detail throughout the department.
Continuous Improvement
- Lead and support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Utilize root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques to improve performance.
- Drive waste reduction, efficiency improvements, and process standardization.
- Encourage team participation in improvement activities and idea generation.
Environmental Compliance
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to coatings, paints, stains, solvents, and waste handling.
- Monitor material usage and work to reduce waste and improve sustainability efforts.
- Maintain compliance with required documentation and reporting procedures.
Communication & Collaboration
- Conduct daily startup meetings and communicate operational priorities.
- Collaborate with Scheduling, Materials, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Human Resources to support business needs.
- Provide regular updates on department performance and operational challenges.
- Maintain accurate production and workforce records.
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience.
- Previous leadership, team lead, or supervisory experience.
- Strong communication, coaching, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, or related field.
- Experience in wood finishing, paint systems, cabinet manufacturing, or related finishing operations.
- Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
- Knowledge of spray finishing equipment, coatings, stains, and finishing processes.
Key Competencies
- Leadership
- Accountability
- Employee Development
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Conflict Resolution
- Continuous Improvement
- Quality Focus
- Safety Focus
- Operational Excellence
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, paint, stains, and finishing materials.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
- Ability to work flexible schedules as business needs require.
Success Measures
- Safety performance and incident reduction.
- Finishing quality metrics and first-pass yield.
- Throughput and production attainment.
- Rework and defect reduction.
- Employee engagement and retention.
- Attendance and staffing effectiveness.
- Continuous improvement implementation and results.
- Environmental and regulatory compliance.
Leadership Expectations
- Lead by example and model company values.
- Create a culture of accountability, respect, and teamwork.
- Develop talent and build bench strength within the department.
- Drive engagement through communication, recognition, and coaching.
- Champion safety, quality, and continuous improvement every day.
This position offer a competitive salary and is eligible to participate in the MasterBrand Annual Incentive Program, with a target incentive opportunity of 12% of annual base salary, subject to plan terms, company performance, and individual performance achievement.
Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, demonstrated leadership capabilities, and internal equity considerations. MasterBrand offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and other company-sponsored benefit programs.
This position is responsible for ensuring the Finishing Department consistently delivers high-quality products safely and efficiently while supporting a positive employee experience and overall operational performance.
Compensation Range:
$56,100.00-88,110.00*Actual pay will vary based on qualifications and other factors
Equal Employment Opportunity
MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Reasonable Accommodations
MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at staffing@masterbrand.com.