Paint Department Leader - Relocation to mexico
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SPACE/CRAFT WORLDWIDE Painting & Sanding Department Leader Tijuana, Mexico |Full-Time | On-Site About SPACE/CRAFT SPACE/CRAFT Worldwide, founded in 2012, is a premier global design and fabrication firm specializing in the creation of custom-built environments and architectural feature elements.
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Painting & Sanding Department Leader
Tijuana, Mexico |Full-Time | On-Site
About SPACE/CRAFT
SPACE/CRAFT Worldwide, founded in 2012, is a premier global design and fabrication firm specializing in the creation of custom-built environments and architectural feature elements.
Operating at the intersection of architectural innovation, technical precision, and immersive design, SPACE/CRAFT transforms bold concepts into buildable, tangible realities.
With a global manufacturing network spanning New York, California, Mexico, and China, the company integrates design, engineering, fabrication, logistics, and installation into one seamless process — delivering precision-engineered, turnkey solutions that elevate architectural vision.
SPACE/CRAFT's diverse portfolio spans luxury retail flagship stores, hospitality environments, commercial spaces, civic institutions, and high-end residential projects.
With over 10,000 completed projects, 300,000+ sqft of facilities, and a team of 300+ professionals, SPACE/CRAFT is one of the leading vendors to the world's most iconic brands.
Job Objective
The Painting & Sanding Department Leader will oversee all painting and finishing operations at our Tijuana, Mexico production facility, ensuring premium-quality execution across luxury retail displays, visual merchandising fixtures, bespoke furniture, and branded environments.
This is a hands-on leadership role for a seasoned professional who combines deep technical expertise in luxury finishes with strong team leadership, production management, and quality control capabilities.
The ideal candidate understands the exacting standards demanded by global luxury brands and consistently delivers flawless results under fast-paced, deadline-driven conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all painting and finishing operations within the production facility
- Supervise painters, polishers, finishers, and surface preparation teams
- Ensure luxury-grade finishing standards across VM displays, retail fixtures, furniture, signage, and bespoke production items
- Develop and maintain SOPs for painting, coating, polishing, texture application, and finishing processes
- Monitor production schedules and ensure timely project delivery
- Coordinate closely with production, fabrication, carpentry, metal, acrylic, and project management departments
- Conduct quality inspections and approve final finishes before dispatch
- Manage paint booth operations, drying processes, and finishing equipment
- Optimize material usage and minimize wastage while maintaining premium quality standards
- Handle color matching, texture development, and specialty/custom finish execution
- Ensure full workplace safety compliance and adherence to environmental and operational standards
- Train and mentor painting department staff on techniques, quality standards, and productivity
- Manage inventory of paints, chemicals, consumables, and finishing materials
- Work closely with design and VM teams to achieve brand-specific finish requirements
Education & Experience
- 8–15+ years of experience in luxury visual merchandising, retail production, custom furniture, exhibition, or fit-out manufacturing
- Proven track record leading a painting or finishing department in a high-volume production environment
- Technical degree or vocational qualification in industrial painting, surface finishing, or a related field is preferred
- Experience working with premium international brands is highly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to read production drawings and finishing specifications
- Experience managing deadlines in high-volume, fast-paced production environments
Skills & Competencies
- Deep expertise in PU painting, automotive-grade finishes, matte/gloss/high-gloss coatings, wood finishes, metallic finishes, and textured/specialty coatings
- Strong knowledge of acrylic and metal finishing techniques
- Expertise in spray systems, compressors, paint booths, sanding, polishing, and curing systems
- Strong understanding of luxury retail quality standards and brand compliance
- Excellent leadership and production management skills
- Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities
- Ability to mentor and develop team members across all skill levels
- Highly detail-oriented with a zero-defect mindset in finish quality
Compensation and Relocation
- SPACE/CRAFT offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive relocation support for the right candidate, including:
- Relocation Assistance provided
- Airfare to Mexico covered
- Executive Accommodation provided
- Vacation Premium of 25%
- Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo) as per Mexican law
- Social Security (IMSS) and Housing Fund (INFONAVIT) contributions
- Vacation entitlement according to Mexican Federal Labor Law
- Annual Airfare provided after 2 years of employment
Location
Tijuana, Mexico — Full-Time, On-Site (not a remote position)
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