Accurate Fabricating: Shop Foreman

Job Description:

Shop Foreman

Since 1994, Accurate Fabricating Ltd. has designed, engineered, and manufactured superior quality conversions and attachments for heavy machinery including Excavators, Backhoes, Wheel Loaders, Dozers, Articulated Trucks and more. Our products are demanded and utilized in many industries including Construction, Forestry , Material Handling and Mining . Our large product line, experienced staff and speed of service are unsurpassed! Based in Surrey, BC, Accurate Fabricating Ltd. has over 20 years of award-winning expertise.

POSITION: Foreman

REPORTS TO: Manufacturing Manager

DESCRIPTION: Excellence, not average is your measure. In your role as the Foreman, you will have the primary responsibility for the overall daily activities or the production staff. You will ensure production requirements are met in a cost-effective manner while maintaining production and quality standards in a safe and rewarding work environment. As a hands-on manager, you are always willing to spend time on the plant floor. You are a confident leader who can share responsibility, hold people accountable and frequently demonstrate your proven ability to recognize and capitalize on the strengths of individuals and the team.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizing MRP system daily. Providing feedback and ideas for continuous improvement of MRP system
• Enforce production schedule for on time delivery, accuracy, and quality. Informing production staff of priorities for production optimization. Maximize productivity and quality.
• Ensure timely and effective communication to sales and engineering and scheduling through active participation in weekly production meetings
• Works collaboratively with Manufacturing Manager and Operations Manager by implementing and effectively managing capacity planning and maintaining accurate delivery schedules which includes effective workstation management, accurate and timely labor reporting, accurate resource availability and the resolution of bottle neck conditions.
• Production Personnel Management: Hire production staff when necessary. Provide constructive employee feedback. Conduct formal performance evaluations on a regular basis. Offer training and development. Terminate employment properly. Follow and enforce company policy and procedure manuals. Implement timely corrective action.
• Promote and Enforce workplace safety

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a People Management role.
• Computer Skills. Experience using and MRP System
• Foreman in heavy duty manufacturing or a closely related industry is and asset.
• Journey man Ticket in welding or Red Seal Certification is an asset.

 

SKILLS:

• Flexible individual with the ability to prioritize a changing workload

• Detail oriented with the ability to see the big picture
• Strong Leadership
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all levels in the organization
• Excellent time management, organization and priority defining skills
• Exceptional ability to listen, communicate and collaborate
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to meet tight deadlines in a fast paced, fun and professional environment
• Supervisory Skills to train, discipline, and guide staff.

 

REAP THE BENEFITS: Employees are the foundation for our success. We offer a competitive salary and impressive benefits package. Our substantial benefit package includes, but is not limited to:

• 100 % Company-Paid Extended Health Care & Dental Plan • Out of Country Travel Coverage
• Long Term Disability Coverage • Life & Accidental Death Coverage • Critical Illness Coverage

 

TO APPLY:

Applications will continue to be accepted until position is filled.                          

Include your cover letter and resume in your application with “Shop Foreman, Accurate” in the subject line of your email to: hr@accuratefabricating.com

Only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest in this position!