Finishing Manager

Hydro•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

The Finishing Manager is a key member of the Plant Management Team, responsible for setting departmental objectives and long-term goals aligned with organizational strategy. The role ensures compliance with company policies and procedures, promotes cross-functional collaboration, and leads supervisors and team members in a flow-based production environment. The manager drives safety, quality, and cost efficiency through effective leadership and problem-solving to reduce waste and support continuous improvement. The position leads finishing operations—including Paint, Fabrication, and Packing—with accountability for safety, quality, cost, productivity, and P&L performance across a team of 25–35 employees and multiple 5 / 24 work cells. It oversees aluminum-extrusion finishing processes and manufacturing, manages outsourcing and customer-facing responsibilities, and supports new business quoting. The role also advances lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, production planning, working capital optimization, and commercial strategies to improve FAB EBITDA.

Requirements

At least 5 years of fabrication-related work experience.
Knowledge of fabrication, machining, tooling, tolerancing, machine setup, automation, and pricing models.
Strong analytical, communication, and computer skills.
Project management experience.
Strong communication skills across all organizational levels.
Proven ability in conflict resolution.
Effective team and people management skills.
Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills.
Adaptable and able to perform under pressure in fast-paced environments.
Creative thinker with quick decision-making and multitasking abilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, Business Management, or a related field.
Experience in metal and/or fabrication.

Responsibilities

Lead all finishing operations, including Paint, Fabrication, and Packing, with accountability for safety, quality, cost, productivity, and P&L performance.
Lead a team of 25–35 employees and oversee multiple 5 / 24 work cells.
Oversee manufacturing of aluminum extrusions, including cutting, punching, bending, and CNC machining.
Ensure compliance with ISO 9000 and TS 16949 automotive quality standards.
Manage outsourcing strategies for work beyond internal capabilities, aligned with customer needs.
Support new business quoting by developing competitive, cost-effective pricing models.
Promote employee engagement and retention and manage labor union relations.
Achieve safety performance benchmarks in a heavy industrial environment.
Maintain customer-facing responsibilities related to supply, quality, and new product development.
Operate within a JIT and lean manufacturing environment, driving continuous improvement and strategic planning.
Manage fabrication planning, production scheduling, and working capital optimization.
Develop and execute commercial strategies to improve FAB EBITDA through pricing, growth, or strategic exits.
Use value stream mapping, process optimization, and work cell design to reduce cost per pound.
Use ERP systems, preferably Oracle or MVP, and ensure equipment reliability.