Powder Coating Team Lead

Are you an experienced Powder Coating professional with a natural talent for leadership? We are searching for a dedicated Powder Coating Team Lead to join a specialized automotive parts manufacturing facility in North York. This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary range of $28.00 to $32.00 per hour and a consistent day shift schedule of Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM. This role is designed for a "self-starter" who thrives in a high-autonomy environment and takes pride in delivering flawless finishes while leading a small, dynamic team.
As a Powder Coating Team Lead in the manufacturing & logistics sector, you won't just be overseeing a process; you will be the heartbeat of the production floor. The facility operates as a specialized 2000 sq. ft. shop where quality and efficiency are the top priorities. We are looking for a leader who can manage a rotating team of associates while maintaining a hands-on approach to powder coating, finishing, and quality control. If you have a sharp eye for detail and the drive to meet "Just In Time" manufacturing quotas within a fast-paced environment, this Powder Coating Team Lead role is your next career milestone.


Advantages
This Powder Coating Team Lead position offers a competitive package and a supportive work culture:

• Permanent full-time opportunity in the North York area, offering long-term stability.
• Competitive salary range of $28.00 to $32.00 per hour based on your specific experience level.
• Standard day shift schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
• High level of autonomy in a small-shop environment—the ability to "run your own show" and build your team.
• Opportunity to develop and implement new methods for tracking and measuring production processes.
• Working with a management team that is highly receptive to suggestions for process improvement and efficiency.
• A physically active role that keeps you engaged throughout the day in a busy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive training to assigned associates on the safe operation of powder coating machinery, spray guns, and tools.
• Oversee the entire production process to ensure the team meets a weekly target of approximately 155,000 finished products.
• Maintain a strict daily reject rate of 1-2% or less, ensuring customer quality standards are never compromised.
• Plan and organize daily work instructions, assigning tasks to a team of 1 to 6 associates depending on business volume.
• Perform "Line Process Audit" (LPA) type procedures to ensure all quality standards are consistently met before product leaves the facility.
• Manage shipping and logistics, including the creation of Bills of Lading (BOLs) and coordinating incoming/outgoing shipments with the dedicated carrier.
• Conduct inventory counts, investigate discrepancies, and order necessary PPE, paint, and raw materials to prevent production stoppages.
• Act as the primary troubleshooter for all process issues, communicating effectively with the ownership team regarding equipment or personnel needs.
• Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing WHMIS and OH&S standards, including daily housekeeping and equipment shut-down at the end of every shift.
• Fill in for associates within the work cell when necessary to maintain steady production flow and ensure waste bins are emptied.

Qualifications

To be considered for the Powder Coating Team Lead role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience specifically in a powder coating production environment.
• Prior experience in a Lead Hand role within a manufacturing & logistics or industrial setting.
• Physically demanding; requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work within a fast-paced environment.
• Valid Forklift experience is considered a strong asset for loading/unloading skids and managing the yard.
• A reliable and dependable work history with a stellar attendance record and a commitment to punctuality.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Summary
If you are a motivated leader ready to take ownership of a production floor, we want to hear from you. Our recruiters are experts in matching top talent with premier employers in manufacturing & logistics.

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