Painter- Custom Millwork & Cabinetry

H2R Business Solutions; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

H2R Business Solutions Inc. in Winnipeg, Manitoba, is seeking an experienced Painter to join our production team. This full-time, on-site role starts at $27.80 per hour and requires hands-on painting, staining and finishing of cabinetry and millwork.

The successful candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, knowledge of finishing materials and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while meeting production deadlines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience painting and staining cabinetry, furniture or custom millwork.
• Experience finishing wood products such as MDF, maple, oak and veneers.
• Strong knowledge of cabinet paints, lacquers, stains and colour matching techniques.
• Ability to mix paints and stains accurately to achieve consistent colours.
• Experience preparing surfaces and applying professional-quality finishes.
• Understanding of finishing equipment, maintenance and cleaning procedures.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Mix and match paints and stains to achieve specified colours and finishes.
• Prepare surfaces for finishing, including sanding, filling, priming and sealing.
• Apply paints, stains, lacquers, glazes, enamels and other finishing products to cabinetry, doors and millwork components.
• Work with catalyzed and post-catalyzed finishing products.
• Inspect finished components to ensure quality, consistency and uniformity.
• Identify and correct surface imperfections through sanding, filling, touch-ups and minor repairs.
• Select appropriate sandpaper grits and finishing techniques for different materials.
• Ensure finished components meet quality standards for final assembly.
• Maintain finishing equipment and a clean, organized work environment.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting production schedules and deadlines.
• Follow established workplace procedures and safety standards.

Skills

Painting

Staining

Color matching

Finishing

Attention to detail

Independent work

Lifting to 50 lbs

Tools

Finishing equipment

Job description

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Starting at $27.80 per hour

On-site: Monday to Friday- day shift

About the Opportunity

Our client, an established manufacturer specializing in custom commercial millwork, is seeking an experienced Painter to join their production team in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

The successful candidate will have hands‑on experience with painting, staining, colour matching and finishing wood products. This position requires strong attention to detail, technical knowledge of finishing materials and the ability to produce consistent, high-quality results in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a dependable, detail‑oriented professional who takes pride in producing high‑quality finishes. The ideal candidate understands the importance of consistency, works efficiently to meet production deadlines and brings practical experience in commercial millwork or cabinetry finishing.

Key Responsibilities

• Mix and match paints and stains to achieve specified colours and finishes.
• Prepare surfaces for finishing, including sanding, filling, priming and sealing.
• Apply paints, stains, lacquers, glazes, enamels and other finishing products to cabinetry, doors and millwork components.
• Work with catalyzed and post‑catalyzed finishing products.
• Inspect finished components to ensure quality, consistency and uniformity.
• Identify and correct surface imperfections through sanding, filling, touch‑ups and minor repairs.
• Select appropriate sandpaper grits and finishing techniques for different materials.
• Ensure finished components meet quality standards for final assembly.
• Maintain finishing equipment and a clean, organized work environment.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting production schedules and deadlines.
• Follow established workplace procedures and safety standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous hands‑on experience painting and staining cabinetry, furniture or custom millwork.
• Experience finishing wood products, including MDF, solid maple, oak and veneers.
• Strong knowledge of cabinet paints, lacquers, stains and colour‑matching techniques.
• Ability to mix paints and stains accurately to achieve consistent colours and shading.
• Experience preparing surfaces and applying professional‑quality finishes.
• Understanding of finishing equipment, maintenance and cleaning procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

This recruitment is being conducted confidentially on behalf of our client.

We thank all applicants for their interest only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and employment process as required under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act.