FINISHING SUPERVISOR SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: Apr 10, 2025 - The Finishing Supervisor is experienced in overseeing Finishing operations, with proficiency in production equipment such as folder gluers, rigid and flexible window machines, and imprinting machines. This role requires expertise in straight-line and crash lock folding processes, along with the ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and meet deadlines efficiently. The supervisor must demonstrate strong communication skills, work effectively within large teams, motivate peers, and be proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Finishing Supervisor Resume
- Safety Policies
- Quality Approvals
- Machine Maintenance
- Production Scheduling
- Safety Training
- Personnel Management
- Production Flow
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Defect Analysis
- Performance Metrics
- Staffing Management
- Personnel Coaching
- Coaching Feedback
- Process Improvement
- Performance Reviews
- Team Morale
- Inventory Resolution
- Quality Resolution
- Employee Relations
- Conflict Resolution
Summary of Finishing Supervisor Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Manufacturing Technology with 10 years of Experience
- Experience in a compositing visual effects background, especially with experience in and/or as a Compositing Supervisor or VFX Supervisor
- Experience working in film, commercial or similar post-production environment
- Strong stereoscopic experience with the color and DI process
- Strong familiarity with color management pipelines, LUTs & CDLs
- Extensive experience with the color grading process, tools, and techniques
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, team player, positive attitude with an ability to problem-solve
- Deep understanding of photography, cinematography, composition, lighting, and color
- Must have advanced knowledge of editing, finishing, graphics, color correction, technical specs and post production processes
- Critical eye for detail and a strong aesthetic sensibility, with the ability to communicate visual ideas to multiple individuals including executives
- Able to suggest creative and artistic solutions to visual storytelling problems as well as technical challenges
2. BA in Quality Control with 4 years of Experience
- Working experience in Shipping Supervision
- Strong interpersonal, organizational and mechanical skills
- Ability to perform work productively and safely
- Must possess the ability to work at a rapid pace
- Able to work environment involves exposure to excessive noise, being near moving machinery, and exposure to potential arm and wrist fatigue
- Excellent communication skills for various levels of interaction within a studio
- Able to remain calm under the pressure of deadlines, thrives in a high-pressure environment
- Strong knowledge of Folding Carton/Finishing Operations, and Material Handling Equipment, Methods, and Practices
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of products
- Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others
3. BA in Facility Management with 6 years of Experience
- Working experience in Folding Carton Finishing Supervision
- Familiarity with production equipment (folder gluers, rigid and flexible window machines, imprinting machines, etc)
- Fluent in straight-line and crash lock (auto bottom) folding operations
- Excellent communication skills and can work in a big team
- Prioritize and multitask to meet goals and deadlines
- Able to be motivated, coach, and work with a team
- General familiarity with ERP systems
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.)
- Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload while paying attention to detail