Panel Department Lead

We’re hiring a Panel Department Lead to oversee the fabrication of window panels (back panels, sandwich panels, railing panels, projection panels, and custom parts).

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead design & fabrication of panels.

- Ensure quality, safety, and compliance.

- Oversee CNC, laser cutting, bending, and panel assembly.

- Train, support, and guide the panel team.

- Coordinate daily production schedules and allocate workforce effectively.

- Review and interpret shop drawings/blueprints to ensure fabrication accuracy.

- Maintain production records, material usage logs, and ensure paperwork is completed accurately.

- Monitor equipment performance and ensure preventive maintenance is carried out.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and optimize workflow.

- Communicate material shortages, tooling needs, or equipment issues to management/maintenance.

- Support onboarding and training of new hires to build departmental capability.

- Collaborate with other departments (Glass, Assembly, Installation) to ensure smooth handoff and workflow.

Qualifications:

- Experience in fabrication/manufacturing (aluminum or related industry).

- Knowledge of CNC, laser cutting & bending processes.

- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

- Safety and quality focused mindset.

- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in panel fabrication or a related manufacturing environment.

- Hands-on experience with custom panel design, fabrication, and troubleshooting.

- Basic computer skills for reporting, production tracking, and documentation.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong communication skills for coordinating across teams and reporting to management.

- CNC program, solid works, 3D software’s.

Join a growing company with exciting projects in high-rise, mid rise and low-rise construction!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Extended health care

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person