Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled, leadership-minded and experienced Shop Foreman/Woman to lead our workshop team to oversee our daily workshop operations, lead our fabrication team, and keep our production running at peak efficiency.

Responsibilities

- Supervise, schedule and assign daily duties to a team of custom steel fabricators and apprentices.
- Manage timelines, monitor project progress, and optimize floor layouts to meet daily deliveries, pick ups, shipments and production deadlines.
- Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow and improve production efficiency.
- Conduct inspections of completed work to ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- you will be a skilled welder/fitter/fabricator, with the knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses repair and maintenance, knowledge of design techniques principles involved in production of precision technical plans.
- Read and interpret technical schematics to determine project requirements and specifications.
- assemble components using welding techniques while maintaining structural integrity.
- Oversee the use of hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and heavy lifting gear to execute fabrication accurately and safely.
- Maintain a clean, hazard-free workshop environment and strictly enforce all local safety regulations including workplace safety laws.




- Oversee tool maintenance, track shop inventory, and coordinate the procurement of necessary parts and materials.
- Maintain detailed records of repairs, maintenance schedules, and equipment history to support operational efficiency and compliance.
- Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in steel fabrication, experienced welder/fitter/fabricator, experience with MIG and TIG with the ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
- Prior experince in a supervisory, team lead or foreman/woman.
- Mechanical knowledge across multiple systems including electrical systems, hydraulics, power tools usage, welding techniques, and schematics interpretation.
- High school dipoma or equivalent; relevant Trade Certification or Journeyperson ticket is a strong asset.
- Advanced diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities with shop machinery, diagnostic tools, and specialty equipment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, strong problem-solving abilities, and a proven track record of handling high-pressure situations.
- Valid driver's licensse

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour Expected hours: 41.5 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- In office parking
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

📌 Shop Foreman/Woman (Ottawa)
🏢 Vadnais Steel
📍 Ottawa