Team Lead

Select-Finishing; Windsor; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Select Finishing in Windsor, Ontario is seeking a Team Lead to support the Production Supervisor and drive on-time, quality-focused outputs in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will lead shift activity, ensure safety compliance, coordinate materials, mentor teammates, and prepare accurate production reports while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift and direct manpower to meet production targets.
• Promote safety and PPE compliance.
• Ensure production guidelines and quality standards are met.
• Prepare area and coordinate material movement for production.
• Onboard and train new team members on safety and quality requirements.
• Complete production reports and escalate issues to supervisor.
• Contribute to safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality control

Documentation

Manufacturing experience

Quality standards

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Are You Ready to Excel at Select Finishing? Join Our Team!

Established in 2004, Select Finishing is a leader in the finishing and coatings industry with over two decades of excellence in powder, e-coating, and liquid finishes. We're known for our commitment to safety, quality, and strict adherence to ISO and AAMA standards.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Team Lead will assist the Production Supervisor in ensuring that quality products are sent to customers on time and to enforce all Health and Safety policies that are set out by Select Finishing. They will work alongside other production personnel with day-to-day production and will support in the direction of fellow employees, the preparation of the area for production, and the completion and collection of reports.

Duties

• Support the Production Supervisor in leading the shift: understand the daily schedule, direct manpower and use resources effectively to meet production targets and reduce waste.
• Promote a safe work environment by ensuring team members have the tools and PPE they need, and by reporting health and safety concerns and incidents to the Production Supervisor.
• Ensure work is performed to production guidelines, work instructions and quality standards, and complete inspections as required.
• Keep the work area organized and ready for production, and coordinate the movement of materials with material handling.
• Support the onboarding and training of new team members in job, safety and quality requirements.
• Complete production reports accurately, elevate issues to the Production Supervisor and maintain the confidentiality of production records.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity and cost.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or general labour role (internal promotion or equivalent external experience).
• Advanced knowledge of finishing processes, including paint applications, inspections, and quality standards.
• Ability to perform advanced quality checks and ensure compliance with production specifications.
• Skilled in handling complex rework tasks with precision and efficiency.
• Strong documentation skills for tracking workflow, quality, and production metrics.
• Experience in mentoring or training less experienced team members preferred.

Working Conditions

• Industrial environment with exposure to paint, solvents, and machinery noise.
• PPE compliance required (gloves, goggles, steel-toed boots).

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary and Benefits. Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package.
• Collaborative Work Environment. Thrive in a team-oriented and innovative workplace.
• Room for Growth. We are an evolving company that supports internal advancement and employee development.

Join Us

This is your chance to play a pivotal role in our key operations at Select Finishing.

Select Finishing is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and accessible work environment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the OHRC. If you require any accommodation to participate in the hiring process or to perform the essential duties of the position, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful, dignified, and confidential manner.