Shopfloor Foreman

Advanced Pump Repair Service (APR)

Location: Cambridge, Ontario

Industry: Industrial Pump Repair, Rotating Equipment, Manufacturing

Compensation estimated range: $40.00 to $49.00 per hour. Starting wage will be based on the successful candidate's experience, technical capabilities, and overall fit for the role.

WHO WE ARE

Advanced Pump Repair Service (APR) is a trusted pump repair and field service company serving municipal, industrial, and commercial customers across Ontario. We specialize in the disassembly, evaluation, repair, and rebuilding of pumps and rotating equipment.

As part of the Summit Water group of companies, APR combines decades of hands-on mechanical expertise with the strength and stability of a growing organization. We are focused on quality workmanship, strong customer relationships, and building a team that takes pride in solving real mechanical problems.

ABOUT THE POSITION

APR is seeking an experienced Shop Foreman to lead our repair and machine shop operations. This is a hands-on leadership role with overall responsibility for the day-to-day performance of the shop, including Pump Mechanics, Machinists, Rotating Equipment Technologists, and Service Technicians.

The Shop Foreman is responsible for safety, quality, productivity, workflow coordination, employee development, and the successful execution of all work performed within the shop. The successful candidate will spend most of their time on the shop floor supporting employees, coordinating work, solving technical challenges, and ensuring repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to APR quality standards.

The ideal candidate will combine strong people leadership skills with extensive conventional machining experience, advanced measurement and inspection knowledge, and a practical understanding of industrial repair operations.

If you don't meet every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply. We recognize that valuable experience can be gained through many career paths. At APR, we value practical experience, strong mechanical aptitude, technical ability, relevant industry experience, and a proven ability to solve mechanical problems. If you believe you can contribute to our team and succeed in this role, we'd like to hear from you.

WHY JOIN APR

- Reliable, year-round employment with a growing and well-established company.
- Straight day shift with consistent scheduling.
- Overtime opportunities available.
- Air-conditioned shop environment.
- Comprehensive health and benefits package.
- All tools supplied by the company.
- Work as part of a small, close-knit team where your contributions are recognized.
- Opportunity to work directly with experienced pump mechanics, machinists, and technical specialists.
- Ongoing opportunities to learn new equipment, repair methods, machining practices, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Hands-on work with a wide variety of pumps and rotating equipment across municipal and industrial industries.




- Seldom the same job twice, offering continuous variety and technical challenges.
- Play a key role in determining repair scope, quoting accuracy, repair quality, and customer success.

At APR, you'll have the opportunity to apply your technical skills, continue learning, and make a direct impact on every repair that moves through the shop. Leadership & Team Development

- Must have a Customer Service oriented mindset!
- Must be available to work after hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required to support emergency breakdowns, urgent customer needs, and 24/7 pump repair operations.
- Lead, coach, and support Pump Mechanics, Machinists, Rotating Equipment Technologists, and Service Technicians.
- Foster a positive, accountable, and team-focused work environment.
- Provide ongoing training, mentorship, and performance feedback.
- Support hiring, onboarding, and employee development.
- Promote teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.

Shop Operations

- Oversee daily shop operations and workflow.
- Coordinate labour, equipment, and resources to meet customer commitments.
- Establish priorities and balance workloads across departments.
- Monitor job progress and resolve production bottlenecks.
- Support scheduling, capacity planning, and resource allocation.
- Assist with inbound sales inquiries and customer service calls as required.
- Work with customers to understand repair requirements, provide technical guidance, and support positive customer relationships.
- Ensure jobs progress efficiently from inspection through final testing and shipment.

Technical Leadership

- Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support.
- Assist with complex repair, machining, and assembly challenges.
- Review repair requirements and recommend appropriate repair methods.
- Support repair planning, inspections, and job execution.
- Ensure repairs meet company and customer requirements.

Machine Shop Leadership

- Provide leadership and technical oversight within the machine shop.
- Support conventional machining operations including lathes, mills, boring mills, and related equipment.
- Review machining methods, dimensions, tolerances, and repair specifications.
- Assist machinists with technical and production challenges.
- Support improvements in quality, productivity, and shop processes.
- Establish critical dimensions, fits, and tolerances required for successful repairs.
- Develop manufacturing information, technical documentation, and repair procedures for repaired or replaced components.
- Determine machining allowances, repair tolerances,



material requirements, and repair methods.
- Reverse engineering worn or obsolete components where OEM drawings or specifications are unavailable.

Quality & Measurement

- Establish critical dimensions, fits, and tolerances required for successful repairs.
- Develop manufacturing information, technical documentation, and repair procedures for repaired or replaced components.
- Determine machining allowances, repair tolerances, material requirements, and repair methods.
- Reverse engineering worn or obsolete components where OEM drawings or specifications are unavailable.
- Maintain high standards for inspection and workmanship.
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Verify dimensions, fits, tolerances, and repair quality.
- Utilize and support the use of precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, height gauges, thread gauges and depth gauges.
- Ensure repair documentation and quality records are accurate and complete.

Safety

- Promote and maintain a safe work environment.
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
- Participate in hazard identification and corrective actions.
- Lead by example in maintaining safe work practices.

Experience & Skills

- Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a machine shop, industrial repair, manufacturing, or maintenance environment.
- Strong people management, coaching, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to lead and develop skilled trades and technical employees.
- Extensive conventional machining experience.
- Strong understanding of machining practices, fits, tolerances, and repair methods.
- Advanced knowledge of precision measurement and dimensional inspection.
- Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and related measuring equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude and practical repair experience.

Additional Assets

- Experience in pump repair and rotating equipment.
- Experience leading machinists, mechanics, millwrights, technicians, or other skilled trades personnel.
- Knowledge of welding, machining, and mechanical repair processes.
- Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience working in municipal, industrial, mining, manufacturing, or service environments.

Pay: $40.00-$49.00 per hour

Benefits

- Extended health care

Application question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation to Cambridge, ON?
- Do you have previous leadership or supervisory experience in a machine shop, industrial repair, manufacturing, or maintenance environment?
- Do you have the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation?

Experience:
- Machining: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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