Lead Hand

Stanpac Inc.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Northern American packaging company is looking for Lead Hands to join their team in Ontario. This role offers competitive wages between $22.00 and $25.00 per hour based on skills and experience. Responsibilities include supervising production staff, conducting quality checks, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess a High School Diploma, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to safety. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Health Insurance after 60 days

401K matching program

Paid vacation

Bi-weekly attendance bonuses

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and technical documents.
• Understanding of safety protocols around hazardous materials.
• Ability to supervise and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret work orders for production runs.
• Supervise Loaders/Unloaders and ensure compliance with safety.
• Conduct quality checks and document results.
• Manage non-conforming products and escalate as necessary.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Barcode system

Visual inventory systems

Job description

STANPAC is a dynamic North American company that has been manufacturing dairy and beverage packaging for more than 70 years. Since 1949 we have been actively committed to expanding our product lines with new products and innovations for the ice cream, fluid milk, wine, and spirit markets. With facilities in Ontario, Wisconsin, Texas, and New Jersey, Stanpac continues the evolution of our great company by introducing new products, sizes, and configurations for an ever-changing market. We strongly believe that “Good People Make Great Packaging”.

Stanpac offers a clean and bright work environment where safety is the number one priority. We are a family-operated business offering all new Team Members Health Insurance after 60 days, a 401K matching program, paid vacation, and more!

The Opportunity:

We are looking for talented, reliable and hard-working people who want to make Stanpac a place to grow their careers. With multiple opportunities interested candidates are encouraged to learn more about why Stanpac should be your next choice for a career.

We are currently seeking Lead Hands to join our team at our Wisconsin facility.

Wage:$22.00-$25.00 per hour, wages based on skills and experience

Shifts:

Stanpac currently has two shift options available for this position. Please indicate your preference during the screening process.

• 2 nd shift – Monday to Friday, 3PM-11:30PM
• 3 rd shift – Sunday to Thursday, 11PM-7:30AM

*please note training for the incoming candidate to 3rd shift may be required to take place on 1 st shift. Once training is complete, then the person will be able to be placed onto 3 rd shift.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Review and interpret work orders to ensure correct materials are staged for production runs.
• Accurately break down skids for correct bottle quantities.
• Label and organize raw materials for machine loading.
• Ensure sample and 2-pass orders are executed to standards and approved before production.
• Conduct secondary quality checks in collaboration with Printer.
• Confirm product matches work order and sample approvals.
• Complete and document quality checks and raw materials on the Stanpac Ink Website or paper back up copies if site is down.
• Review and escalate non-conforming product, manage the On Hold area, and follow escalation procedures.
• Supervise Loaders/Unloaders, Material Handlers, and temporary associates and ensure compliance with safety and task requirements.
• Provide clear instruction, arrange for translation support if needed, and document communication with management.
• Notify management of under-runs, over-runs, and order changes.
• Use barcode system for issuing raw materials.
• Tag and return unused raw materials according to guidelines.
• Maintain inventory integrity and ensure packaging components are correctly labeled and stored.
• Enforce PPE and Health and Safety Compliance.
• Ensure proper storage of empty boxes and handling of post-oven product.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and technical documents.
• Understanding of safety protocols, particularly around hazardous materials (e.g., inks, Varsol).
• Familiarity with bottle decorating processes and equipment such as Kammann(s) and Spray Line.
• Prior experience in a production environment preferred.
• Supervisory or leadership experience is an asset.
• Basic computer knowledge for barcode and inventory software.
• Ability to use and interpret visual inventory systems.
• Team-oriented, dependable, and safety-conscious.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Physical Requirements:This job is performed within a plant environment.

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel and lift up to 50lbs repetitively.
• Ability to adapt to changing climate conditions, air-borne particles, and noisy conditions.
• Must be willing to wear required Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to work full time hours.

What does Stanpac have to offer you?

• Full time hours in a clean manufacturing environment
• Paid Vacation
• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401K
• Opportunities for advancement
• Company events and team building

For those interested in applying please submit your resume online

Stanpac is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants must make their needs known in advance.

We thank you for your interest in the position and in working for Stanpac – where we are good people who make great packaging! Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

How to Apply

If you think you would be a great fit for this role, please

and submit a resume [e-mail] or feel free to drop by our facility in Brenham, TX in person to complete an application and drop off your resume. We are located at 801 Mangrum Street near Historic Downtown Brenham!

What does Stanpac have to offer you?

Stanpac offers a clean and bright work environment where safety is the number one priority. We are a family-operated business offering all n ew Team Members benefits after 3 months, bi-weekly perfect attendance bonuses, an RRSP matching program, Food Truck Days, Referral bonuses , and more!