Shop Foreman

Nucor Harris Rebar is North America’s leading fabricator, installer and distributor of concrete reinforcing steel and related products. Nucor Harris Rebar provides local service from rebar fabrication shops across North America. Each location is equipped with state-of-the-art fabrication equipment, however, it is OUR TEAM that makes the difference; driving our success with their knowledge, experience and know-how to get your job done. At Nucor Harris Rebar we respect, believe and invest in our people, who in turn deliver the highest level in service to our customers.

**Purpose**: Assist the Operations Manager to carry out the functions of the fabrication shop. Ensure safe and efficient workflow by supervising shop staff and overseeing production in accordance with company policy, customer demands, and local, provincial and federal regulations.

Primary

**Responsibilities**:

- Demonstrate leadership consistent with Nucor Harris Rebar’s vision and values.
- Ensure that established safety policies, rules and regulations, and procedures are followed.
- Responsible for all processes, equipment, employees, safety and housekeeping of the area, and meeting production quality and quantity standards in the designated functional area. May have assistance from Rebar Fabricator Lead.
- Supervise all personnel and operations on designated shift(s) and/or areas.
- Oversee daily work assignments, and work schedules so that the most efficient use is made of all re-sources and equipment. May have assistance from Rebar Fabricator Lead.
- Troubleshoot production problems encountered by workers so that delays are minimized, and equipment functions as safely and efficiently as possible.
- Oversee maintenance on shop equipment in the designated functional area so that downtime is minimized, and equipment functions as safely as possible.
- Perform quality inspections of completed work so that the correct quantity of correctly fabricated and correctly tagged material will be shipped to the proper customer’s destination.
- Assist in the evaluation of employees so that appropriate compensation can be made to employees based on merit.
- Perform various jobs such as operation of sheer, bender, crane operator, car puller, fork-lift operator, etc. so that shift work is done efficiently and on time.
- Perform other duties as requested by the Operations Manager.

Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be familiar with and adhere to shop safety policies and procedures.
- Proficient in the use of computers.
- At least five years’ experience in a rebar shop or manufacturing setting or equivalent.
- Skilled in communication, supervision, planning and human relations.
- Basic knowledge of business, labour relations and industrial regulations.
- Health and Safety Certification.

**Benefits**:

- Extended health, dental and vision care
- Company RRSP plan with employer match
- Stock purchase plan with employer match
- Scholarship opportunities
- Career growth opportunities

Physical Demands
- Some heavy lifting may be necessary.
- Working conditions may be noisy, dusty, hot, cold.

Special Demands
- Extended hours may be required during peak production.
- Occasional travel may be necessary.
- Maintain confidentiality of personnel records and sensitive business information
- Must be able to work any shift.

Nucor Harris Rebar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Nucor Harris Rebar is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities; please contact us if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.