Stair Assembler

Merit for Training; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned stair and railing manufacturer in Newmarket, Ontario, is seeking a full-time Stair Assembler. The role includes manufacturing various wood stair components and assembling them into complete systems. Candidates must have stair manufacturing experience or similar and be able to read work orders. This position offers a salary of $25–$30/hr, group benefits after 3 months, and a tight-knit team atmosphere. Flexible start times are available, and personal hand-tools are required.

Benefits

Group benefits package

Paid certification training

Performance bonuses

Company events

Casual dress

Tight-knit team atmosphere

Qualifications

• High-school education and above is required.
• Experience in stair manufacturing or similar fields is mandatory.
• Ability to read work orders and cut lists necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture various wood stair components including treads and risers.
• Assemble components into complete stair systems.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.

Skills

Reading work orders

Stair manufacturing experience

Using personal hand-tools

Education

High-school education or higher

Tools

Personal small hand-tools

Job description

Merit Ontario is a construction association supporting small to large construction companies with workforce needs across Ontario. Our talent specialists provide recruitment services and customized solutions to find quality candidates.

Our member is looking to hire a Stair Assembler for their company in Newmarket, ON.

We are seeking an individual with experience in stair assembly/manufacturing (or similar fields such as cabinet assembly) to fill a full-time in‑shop position at our stair and railing company in Newmarket, family‑owned and operated for 37 years. We manufacture and install custom stair and railing systems for some of the most prestigious builders and designers across the GTA and surrounding areas.

Specific Duties & Schedule

• Manufacturing of various wood stair components including treads, risers, stringers, etc.
• Assembly of components into complete stair systems.
• Maintaining a safe/clean work area.
• Weekly day shift with overtime available.
• 8 to 10 hour work days.
• Flexible start times between 5:00 am to 7:00 am.

Benefits Include

• Salary: $25–$30/hr
• Group Benefits package (starting at the conclusion of the 3‑month trial period).
• Company events.
• Paid certification training (working at heights, counterbalancing forklift).
• Casual dress.
• Tight‑knit team atmosphere.
• Performance bonuses.

Requirements

• High‑school education and above.
• Stair manufacturing (or similar) experience is a must.
• Ability to read work orders and cut lists.
• Personal small hand‑tools (i.e., chisel, hammer, tape measure).
• Driver’s licence.

Disclaimer: Although Merit Ontario employs artificial intelligence‑enabled tools to conduct initial application screening based on job‑related criteria, decisions about who progresses in the hiring process are always made by people. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.