Lead Hand

Slegg Building Materials (Manufacturing - Langford, BC), 1210 Chidlow Connector Road, Langford, British Columbia, Canada Job Description Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide. As part of the GMS family of companies since 2018, Slegg Building Materials has worked to become your first stop for all your building needs. Slegg has been on the job site or helping out around the house since 1947 and is Vancouver Island’s choice for building materials and home improvement products. With multiple locations across Vancouver Island, we are proud of our roots, and we know the hard work and dedication that goes into every one of our customers’ projects. Our team is made up of dedicated and hardworking individuals who together create a rewarding and welcoming work environment. The Door Shop Lead Hand is responsible for assisting in the daily production operations of the Door Shop, providing hands‑on leadership, coordination, and support to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met. This position acts as a working lead, supporting both the production team and management by monitoring workflow, training employees, and ensuring materials and schedules align with operational priorities. The shifts are Monday - Friday and the wage range is $26-$32 per hour. Key Responsibilities Ensure a positive and safe work environment. Maintain a clean, organized work area. Act as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers. Follow all regulations, company policies, and procedures. Other duties as assigned by management. Lead day-to-day production operation of the Door Shop to ensure efficient workflow and production output. Support the General Manager in organizing labor, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress. Provide on-the-job training, guidance, and mentorship to production team members. Ensure products meet company quality standards and specifications. Monitor equipment and materials to ensure safe, continuous operation; report maintenance issues promptly. Assist with scheduling, timekeeping, and communication between production, shipping, and management. Promote and enforce health and safety policies and ensure a clean, organized work environment. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and recommend process enhancements. Step in as a key point of contact for the production department in the absence of the General Manager. Basic Requirements Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or door production environment. Previous leadership or lead hand experience preferred. Strong understanding of door assembly processes, materials, and CNC equipment. Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills. Ability to read and interpret work orders, drawings, and measurements accurately. Commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency. Basic computer literacy (Dayforce, Seradex), or similar systems). Physical Requirements Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Standing for longs periods of time. Frequently performing repetitive tasks. Exposure to manufacturing environment conditions (noise, dust, etc.). Core Competencies Leadership and teamwork Accountability and dependability Quality focus Communication Initiative and problem solving Health benefits - including drugs, practitioner, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Retirement savings (pension or other) are provided. Perks - Company discounts (mobile phone, etc.), training programs and opportunities for career advancement, group events, and more. If you feel we are a good fit for your career goals and skillset, we invite you to apply and look forward to reviewing your application. As part of the GMS Inc. family of companies, you can launch your career with a North American building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance. Slegg Building Materials (Manufacturing - Langford, BC), 1210 Chidlow Connector Road, Langford, British Columbia, Canada #J-18808-Ljbffr