shop foreman.

On behalf of a global leader in metallurgical services and vacuum heat treat machinery, we are seeking a dedicated Shop Foreman to join our Team. This is a permanent, full-time position for a leader who excels in a "hands-on" environment.

This position balances high-level supervision with technical execution. The ideal candidate will spend approximately 70% of their time on the shop floor and 30% in an office capacity handling clerical and administrative duties.

Salary: $80,000 – $85,000 (commensurate with experience).
Schedule: Monday to Friday, Day Shift (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM).
Travel: While primarily based in Burlington, the ability to support international equipment installations is a significant asset.

Advantages
Salary: $80,000 – $85,000 (commensurate with experience).
Schedule: Monday to Friday, Day Shift (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM).
Vacation: 3 weeks of paid time off.
Health & Dental: Extended health, vision, and dental care (available after 3 months of employment).
Financial Security: Life insurance and an RRSP Matching program (3% match available after 1 year of service).

Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision: Provide direct oversight of daily shop operations, assigning work and adjusting priorities to ensure production schedules are met.
Hands-on Machine Building: Actively participate in the fabrication, assembly, and commissioning of large vacuum furnace systems.
Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret complex blueprints and schematics to determine efficient work paths.
Administrative Oversight: Manage time-tracking, coordinate payroll input for shop employees, and collaborate with engineering for build reviews.
Safety & Maintenance: Enforce OHSA and WSIB compliance while performing preventative maintenance on plant equipment and facilities.

Qualifications
Experience: 10–15 years in machine building or manufacturing, with at least 5–10 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in welding (MIG/TIG), basic machining (lathes, plasma cutters), and mechanical assembly.
Systems Knowledge: Strong mechanical aptitude in hydraulics, electrical diagnostics, and heavy equipment rigging.
Physical Requirements: Ability to perform heavy mechanical work, including lifting up to 60 lbs.
Certifications (Assets): Crane, forklift, scissor lift, or specialized welding tickets (FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, 433A).

Summary
If you are a proactive leader with a passion for high-quality machine building, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume for consideration. We encourage you to apply directly to this job posting to submit your resume. You may also contact me, Arthur Coventry, at Voir email sur randstad.com with any questions you have about this amazing opportunity!

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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