Since 1952, Hooper Welding Enterprises has built custom ASME-coded pressure equipment for the energy, petrochemical, industrial, and nuclear markets. Our nuclear business is growing fast, and quality is at the centre of everything we build.The RoleWe are looking for a Plant Manager to run our Oakville plant. You will lead production through our Shop Foreman and own planning, materials, quality and safety so every job ships on time, to code and on budget.You will partner closely with engineering, project management, QA/QC and our owners.What You Will DoLead the Shop Foreman and Oakville shop team.Plan production against people, equipment and schedules; remove bottlenecks.Own material control — BOM reviews, receiving, consumables and supplies.Coordinate sublet contractors,
NDE and inter-shop work.Review progress weekly with Project Management and report plant performance.Drive a strong safety culture and OHSA compliance.Develop your team and lead continuous improvement.What You Bring5 or more years in pressure vessel or heavy fabrication, including running a shop or plant.Strong knowledge of ASME code, WPSs and NDE.Proven production scheduling and materials planning.A visible, safety-first leadership style.Comfortable with MS Outlook and Excel.Nice to HaveTrade certification or technical diploma.CWB Welding Supervisor or CSA W178.2 Welding Inspector certification.Lean / continuous improvement experience.Why Hooper WeldingA comprehensive salary + health perks, vacation, RRSP, bonus, + other compensationsA senior role with real ownership of plant results.Direct access to an owner-led leadership team.#J-18808-Ljbffr