Metal Fabrication shop foreman

The Fabrication Shop Foreman will lead in all domains of the Metal Fabrication departments (the infrastructure, the people, and the work) through effective planning, organization, and supervision.

This position requires an individual with sound leadership and the ability to motivate all employees. Must be analytical, organized and capable of making sound decisions. Responsible for coordinating the activities of employees and promoting a safe workplace.

Strong Knowledge of Custom aluminum and stainless steel fabrication as well as carbon steels and structural steel. Must understand the scope of work and organize the workflow in the shop to effectively meet customer’s deadlines. Oversee day-to-day operations. Review shop drawings for production. Responsible for ensuring that productivity and quality goals are communicated to staff, and are met or exceeded. Responsible for ensuring jobs are done safety, correctly and completed on time. Will assist with setups. Ensure a high level of quality control. Train and mentor employees to increase their skill level in all activities. On an ongoing basis, monitor employees performance, identify and resolve issues and concerns. Maintain communications between departments. Regularly inspect area for hazards and implement corrective action.

This position is expected to display a high degree of personal initiative and must be able to identify and resolve production problems independently with minimal guidance and/or supervision. For problems outside the foreman’s capacity to resolve, timely and effective communication with the General Manager, Project Managers, and engineers is imperative. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Through appropriate planning and supervision, ensures all aspects of the departments including building space, equipment, and supplies/materials are maintained and in good working condition.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years experience in Miscellaneous metal, aluminum and stainless steel environments.
• 5+ years experience in supervision
• Ability to schedule and delegate work
• CWB AND AWS Welding supervisor course completion is an asset
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Ability to consult and advise Project Engineers on fabrications methods
• A desire to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
• Detail oriented.
• Proficient problem-solving skills.
• Dedicated team-player.
• Excellent communication skills.

Building Space

• Coordinates access to the facilities after hours; makes arrangements for work done outside of regular business hours and ensures that work is carried out safely and in accordance with Company policies and applicable government legislation

Equipment

• Continuously anticipate tools/equipment needed to successfully complete all projects moving through metal fabrication
• Raise requests for Purchase Orders for required tools/equipment with the General Manager in a timely manner
• Be responsible for the maintenance and care of all Company-owned machines and troubleshoot equipment as necessary;

Materials/Ready Stock

• In conjunction with Purchasing Agent, identify, establish, and maintain a ‘ready stock’ inventory of materials and hardware required for use. Makes regular reports of inventory position and raises requests to top-up stock.

The Shop Foreman sets the tone and pace of the environment by promoting the cooperation and commitment of all department personnel, enabling all members of the group to work cooperatively and productively.

Labour Supervision

• Oversee labor force; Maintain daily communication with fabricators to ensure production needs are being addressed and schedules are being met
• Oversee department schedules and adding department shifts as needed, to meet production requirements
• Identify developmental and training needs of department staff and the appropriate resources required for training
• Regularly assess incumbent performance and address performance issues in a timely manner and participate in disciplinary action as required
• In coordination with Operations Management, ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) as well as with the company’s Health and Safety Policies
• Promptly report incidents, accidents and/or safety concerns to the JHSC and general manager.

Time Sheets & Attendance

• Ensures fabrication staff follow the company’s time and attendance procedures
• Ensure fabrication timecards and time sheets are properly managed and completed in a timely manner.

Understands and takes ownership of all aspects involved with a project regardless of magnitude and pays strict attention to quality control, timing, and efficiency. Ensures all resources necessary for successful completion of projects are identified early and supplied in a timely manner to avoid delays and substandard quality. Proactively seeks out clarification/information from Project Managers and engineers where instructions are vague. Suggests improvements in approach and methods where appropriate.

• Set production goals with general manager and reports progress to appropriate parties on a daily basis
• Act as the liaison between engineering and the fabrication.
• Be hands-on with fabrication as needed; ensure all fabrication is done to a high-quality standard and in good timing;
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, and set up requirements; Plan and map out project fabrication strategies;
• Manage material inventory to coincide with production cue;
• Maintain a safe work environment by performing work in accordance with the Ontario Health & Safety Act as well as with the Company’s Health & Safety Policy;
• Ensure all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment is worn when required;
• Report any workplace hazards to management.

Dymech Engineering Inc is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, provincial, or local laws.

Dymech Engineering Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 416-798-2969 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $76,000.00-$84,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Schedule:

Supplemental pay types:

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Greely, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Welding: 5 years (required)
• Supervisory: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2022-11-28