Lead Hand - Windows & Door

Stage Windows & Doors; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Employer-Paid Benefits upon probation

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Stage Windows & Doors in Vaughan seeks an experienced Lead Hand – Paint Department to lead daily paint operations, coordinate employees, maintain production flow, and ensure painted products meet quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with industrial spray painting and leading a production team.

The role offers on-site, full-time work with opportunities to develop skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and advance within the company.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial painting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with spray painting and industrial paint equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily Paint Department work.
• Assign tasks and ensure priorities meet deadlines.
• Oversee surface prep, spraying, curing, and finishing.
• Set up spray guns and paint equipment.
• Inspect colour, coverage, and overall quality.
• Identify and correct paint defects.
• Train staff on painting methods and safety.
• Maintain PPE compliance and safe work practices.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and maintained.
• Monitor supplies and report shortages.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve issues.
• Support continuous improvement and reduce waste.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Tools

Spray guns

Spray booths

Industrial paint equipment

Job description

Company Overview:

Stage Windows & Doors is a manufacturer of custom products tailored to meet client needs. With a facility located in Vaughan, we offer a variety of options and features that are designed to make our windows and doors ideal for residential replacement and custom home markets. Our focus is on providing our customers value through on-time delivery, quality and superior service. We strive to build a work environment where safety, respect, commitment, success and fun are driving principles.

Position Summary:

Stage Windows & Doors is looking for an experienced Lead Hand – Paint Department to support our manufacturing team. This is a full-time, on-site, hands‑on position responsible for leading daily paint operations, coordinating employees, maintaining production flow, and ensuring painted products meet our quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate has experience with industrial spray painting and is comfortable leading and working alongside a production team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the daily work of the Paint Department.
• Assign tasks and ensure production priorities are completed on time.
• Perform and oversee surface preparation, spraying, painting, curing, and finishing.
• Set up and operate spray guns, spray booths, and related paint equipment.
• Inspect finished products for colour, coverage, consistency, and overall quality.
• Identify and correct paint defects or quality concerns.
• Train and support employees on proper painting methods, equipment use, and safe work practices.
• Ensure employees follow PPE, chemical handling, and workplace safety requirements.
• Keep paint equipment and work areas clean, organized, and properly maintained.
• Monitor paint and material supplies and report shortages when required.
• Work with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve issues and keep production moving.
• Report production, quality, safety, or equipment concerns to the Production Supervisor.
• Support continuous improvement and help reduce paint waste, defects, and downtime.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of industrial painting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with spray painting and industrial paint equipment.
• Previous Lead Hand, Team Lead, or supervisory experience is an asset.
• Experience in windows, doors, aluminum, automotive, metal finishing, or a similar manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Good understanding of paint preparation, application, and finishing.
• Strong attention to quality and detail.
• Able to lead employees and work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Why Stage Windows & Doors?

• Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your experience and expertise.
• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits upon successful completion of probation.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Enjoy an engaging and supportive company culture where teamwork and safety are prioritized.
• We recognize and reward hard work, innovation, and commitment to excellence.

Kindly note that the salary range will vary based on the candidate’s qualifications, relevant skills, and level of experience.

We thank all interested candidates for applying. Successful candidates will be contacted to participate in the interview process.

Stage Windows & Doors is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.

We are committed to providing employment accommodation by the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.