Laser, Plasma & Brake Press Lead Hand

Lind Equipment - Woodstock, Ontario

Position: Laser, Plasma & Brake Press Lead Hand

Location: Woodstock, Ontario

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Wage: $28.00-$33.00 per hour based on experience

Benefits: Available after 3 months

Build More Than Parts. Help Drive Production.

Lind Equipment is a Canadian manufacturer of portable electrical products used throughout North America in industrial, utility, construction, mining, and hazardous work environments.

We are looking for an experienced Laser, Plasma & Brake Press Lead Hand to help support and coordinate our Cutting and Forming Department.

This is a hands-on production role for someone who enjoys working on the floor, solving problems, supporting team members, and helping keep production moving.

This position reports directly to the Cutting & Forming Supervisor and serves as the day-to-day technical leader within the department.

The successful candidate will spend the majority of their time operating equipment, supporting production requirements, training employees, troubleshooting issues, and helping ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

This is a working Lead Hand position. The successful candidate will lead through technical knowledge, experience, training, and support rather than formal supervisory authority.

What You'll Do

Production Leadership

· Support daily operations within the Laser, Plasma, and Brake Press department consisting of approximately 3-6 employees.

· Assist the Supervisor with daily production scheduling, work prioritization, and material flow throughout the department.

- Help train and mentor new operators
- Ensure quality standards are maintained
- Assist with troubleshooting production issues

· Escalate material shortages, equipment issues, quality concerns, and scheduling risks to the Supervisor before they impact production.
- Lead by example through safety, attendance, quality, and productivity

Laser & Plasma Operations

- Set up, operate,



and program laser cutting equipment
- Set up and operate plasma tables
- Review drawings and work orders
- Optimize material utilization and nesting
- Verify cut quality and dimensions
- Assist with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting

Brake Press Operations

- Set up and operate CNC hydraulic brake presses
- Select tooling and determine bend sequences
- Read and interpret prints and work instructions
- Verify finished parts meet specifications
- Support problem solving and process improvements

Continuous Improvement

- Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements
- Assist with reducing scrap and rework
- Support department organization and 5S initiatives
- Recommend improvements to processes and workflows

What We're Looking For

Required Experience

- Minimum 5 years of Laser, Plasma, Brake Press, or Metal Fabrication experience

· Demonstrated ability to maintain production priorities, support department schedules, and positively influence team performance through leadership by example.
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Experience programming and setting up CNC fabrication equipment
- Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Experience

- Lead Hand experience
- Training or mentoring experience
- Nesting software experience
- ERP experience
- Forklift and overhead crane experience

Leadership Experience

- Experience serving as a Lead Hand, Senior Operator, Trainer, or go-to technical resource within a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to organize work, support teammates,



and maintain production priorities without direct supervision.

Personal Attributes o We're looking for someone who: o Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and ownership for meeting production commitments o Leads by example o Takes ownership of their work o Is highly organized o Works well with others o Can help develop less experienced operators o Is comfortable making day-to-day decisions o Supports the Supervisor and broader production team o Wants a long-term career opportunity

Why Join Lind Equipment?

This role offers the opportunity to become a key technical resource within a growing manufacturing operation while remaining actively involved in hands-on production.

- Stable, full-time employment
- Advanced scheduling opportunities depending on production requirements
- Growing manufacturing company
- Modern production equipment
- Opportunities to learn and advance
- Employee recognition and company events
- Strong team setting

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

- $28.00-$33.00 per hour
- Overtime opportunities available

Benefits After 3 Months

- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- Vision Care
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Events
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Parking

Schedule

- Day Shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime as required

Why This Role Matters This role is critical to the success of our manufacturing operation. The successful candidate will help ensure material is cut, formed, and delivered on time to support Welding, Powder Coating, and Assembly operations throughout the Woodstock facility.

If you are an experienced Laser or Brake Press operator looking to take the next step into a Lead Hand role while remaining hands-on in production, we would like to hear from you.

Pay: $28.00-$33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

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