Finishing Department Supervisor

Harbinger Network Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Hourly rate

Job summary

Harbinger Network Inc. is seeking an experienced Finishing Supervisor to lead our finishing department in Toronto, Ontario.

This hands-on leadership role combines strong technical finishing skills with the ability to organize, motivate, coach, and hold a team accountable to deliver exceptional quality. You will oversee stains, paints, sealers, lacquers, topcoats, and colour matching; operate HVLP spray systems and finishing equipment; troubleshoot issues; and coordinate with Production, Project

Qualifications

• 5+ years of finishing experience in millwork or similar.
• 2+ years in supervisory or lead roles.
• Ability to read shop drawings and specs.
• Knowledge of finishing materials and equipment.
• Experience with high-end commercial or architectural finishing is a plus.
• Lean/continuous improvement knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finishing team.
• Assign daily work and meet production schedules.
• Set standards for quality, productivity, and safety.
• Oversee stains, paints, sealers, lacquers, and topcoats.
• Operate HVLP spray systems and finishing equipment.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement solutions.
• Coordinate with Production, Project Management, Engineering, Shipping.
• Monitor department performance, labor, and material usage.
• Maintain a clean, safe finishing environment.
• Identify workflow improvements to reduce rework.

Skills

Finishing experience

Team leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Tools

HVLP spray systems

Spray booths

Job description

Lead the Team. Own the Finish.

Harbinger Network has partnered with an established, award-winning architectural millwork manufacturer specializing in high-end custom millwork and architectural woodwork for commercial projects across Canada and internationally.

We are seeking an experienced Finishing Supervisor to take ownership of our finishing department and lead a skilled team in delivering exceptional quality, craftsmanship, and production performance.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who combines strong technical finishing skills with the ability to organize, motivate, coach, and hold a team accountable.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, coach, and develop the finishing team.
• Assign daily work and manage priorities to meet production schedules.
• Set and maintain standards for quality, productivity, and safety.
• Oversee stains, paints, sealers, lacquers, topcoats, colour matching, shading, and touch-ups.
• Operate and oversee HVLP spray systems, spray booths, and finishing equipment.
• Troubleshoot finishing and production issues and implement solutions.
• Coordinate with Production, Project Management, Engineering, and Shipping.
• Monitor department performance, labour, materials, and production schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe finishing environment.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, quality, efficiency, and reduce rework.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of finishing experience in millwork, architectural millwork, cabinetry, furniture, or a similar environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory, lead-hand, or team leadership experience, even from a different industry
• Strong knowledge of finishing materials, techniques, and equipment.
• Experience with HVLP spray systems and spray booths.
• Ability to read shop drawings, finishing schedules, and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with high-end commercial or architectural finishing is an asset.
• Knowledge of Lean/continuous improvement practices is an asset.
• Experience with Innergy and/or Bluebeam is an asset.

The Leader We're Looking For

You are a hands-on leader who leads by example. You know how to set clear expectations, develop people, solve problems, and keep production moving without compromising quality.

You take ownership of your department, communicate effectively, remain calm under pressure, and take pride in developing a team that consistently delivers exceptional work.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead an important department within an established millwork manufacturer.
• High-end commercial and architectural projects.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on department performance.
• This is an hourly role with eligibility for overtime in the range of $38 - $40/hr to start.