Shop Supervisor Estimator

Paul Bros NEXTreme Inc. is a multi-diverse, multi-discipline company with manufacturing, construction, mining and retail divisions. Our employees can expect a very diverse working environment with many career development opportunities.

Located in Yellowknife NWT, population 22,000, and on the north shore of Great Slave Lake it is considered one of Canada’s top 15 sunniest cities and is considered the best place in Canada to see the northern lights. With many natural attractions and resources, such as Great slave lake, the second largest lake fully within Canada and deepest in North America there are many outdoor activities within minutes reach such as swimming, fishing, boating, skiing, biking, hiking, camping and northern lights viewing.

PBN is currently looking to hire an Experienced Steel Manufacturing, Construction, and General Contracting Fabricator to work in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories to help improve overall company operations of a diverse business that specializes in metals manufacturing/construction, mining services of all trades and retail industrial sales.

Hours are based on no maximum number of hours per week with the manufacturing facility open from Monday to Saturday 8am to 6pm in Yellowknife and the business operation on mine sites 365 days/year; however, typically this job will continually require some extent of attention and reflects on how well the Fabricator manages his/her time. Subsidized Staff Accommodation available with an opportunity for health and other benefits after 3 months’ probation Wage is dependent upon experience, certifications and is competitive.

This is a Supervisor-Fabricator position. The Supervisor-Fabricator is responsible for managing all phases of a project from initial inquiry to project closeout and warranty. This individual will manage a team of employees and responsibility for all phases of production, maintain a culture of zero harm and safety awareness, foster an engaged workforce and drive on-time delivery as just a few of their responsibilities. The Supervisor-Fabricator is responsible to provide accurate, detailed information and timely project estimates for our large custom steel fabrication projects.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
**SUPERVISOR**
- Overseeing all phases of the project, from shop drawing review to closeout
- Manage a diverse workforce of shop tradespeople
- Clear communication and documentation with the project team
- Lead set up and changeover activity on machinery
- Support and monitor production activity to ensure operators are following standard work instructions and are meeting quality specifications
- Audit compliance with standard work instructions and process control plans to ensure production of good parts.
- Develop accurate cost estimates for multiple scopes of work
- Monitor production activity to ensure it is aligned with customer demand and corporate inventory goals.
- Champion the area’s safety program and coordinate statutory training and compliance.
- Actively solicit suggestions and exploit the experience of employees to develop and implement product and process improvements
- Assist in the development and implementation of visual factory tools and continually monitor their effectiveness.
- Ensure activities meet with and integrate with organizational requirements for quality management, health and safety, legal stipulations, environmental policies and general duty of care
- Ensure operational activities and management of equipment and materials are executed in a manner consistent with good stewardship
- Execute all responsibilities according to lawful and ethical standards as established by company policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as required or assigned

**FABRICATTION EXPERIENCE**
- Working Shop Supervisor on Various Shop Projects
- Operator of Manual Brake, Shear, Saw, and an asset for CNC Plasma, Brake, Shear, Saw Operations
- Estimating for labour and/or material costs for small shop jobs to large Fabrication Projects
- Inspection for various projects
- Inventory control & Material Processing
- Preparation and planning for projects awarded
- Co-ordination with shop fabrication and erection schedule
- CAD Experience an asset, primary use for CNC Plasma Cutting
- A minimum of 10 years’ experience fabricating along with 5 to 10 years estimation experience
- Experience preparing quotes in construction, general contracting, and steel manufacturing industries
- Ability to read blue prints, drawings and specifications for materials
- Familiar with the following standards ASME, CWB, ULC, API and ISO and/or COR.
- Exceptional attention to detail and Quality Control Management
- Strong leadership and negotiation skills
- Mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, and creativity
- Experience leading a weld shop is an advantage
- Time management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to handle stressful situations such as heavy/varying workload and order accuracy.

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