Lead Paint Technician – Finishing & Quality

Integra; Harrow; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

Life and disability insurance

Flexible benefits options

Generous paid time off

Education assistance and tuition

Retirement and savings programs

Job summary

Integra in Harrow, Ontario, seeks a Paint Supervisor to lead a team responsible for painting and finishing across our manufacturing facility. You will ensure quality finishes, coordinate daily production, and oversee safe use of paint equipment and materials.

Candidates should have 3–5 years in industrial painting with a year or more in supervision, knowledge of application methods, and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in industrial painting, coatings, or finishing preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing painting, with 1-2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Knowledge of paint application methods (spray, powder, electrostatic, etc.) and surface preparation techniques.
• Familiarity with paint chemistry, mixing ratios, curing requirements, and environmental controls.
• Experience with OSHA safety requirements and handling of hazardous materials (HazMat certification is a plus).
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot paint defects and equipment issues effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality finishes.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, technical data sheets, and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor paint department employees to ensure consistent quality and productivity.
• Schedule daily painting activities to meet production requirements and delivery timelines.
• Ensure all paint processes, from surface preparation to final finishing, follow established standards and specifications.
• Inspect completed work for quality, color accuracy, surface finish, and adherence to customer or engineering requirements.
• Maintain paint booths, spray equipment, ventilation systems, and safety devices, ensuring proper functionality and compliance.
• Monitor inventory of paint materials, solvents, coatings, PPE, and supplies; coordinate reorders as needed.
• Implement and maintain safety protocols related to hazardous materials, flammable substances, and air-quality controls.
• Work closely with quality control to address defects or rework and implement corrective actions.
• Support process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance finish quality.
• Ensure proper documentation of paint processes, material usage, and work orders.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Reading engineering drawings

OSHA HazMat knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Technical training in industrial painting

Job description

Integra in Harrow, Ontario, seeks a Paint Supervisor to lead a team responsible for painting and finishing across our manufacturing facility. You will ensure quality finishes, coordinate daily production, and oversee safe use of paint equipment and materials.

Candidates should have 3–5 years in industrial painting with a year or more in supervision, knowledge of application methods, and a strong eye for detail.