Shop Foreman / Supervisor

Workshop Foreman / Automotive Supervisor – Repentigny (Quebec)

We are looking for an experienced Workshop Foreman to lead our automotive workshop in Repentigny. You will ensure productivity, quality, and safety while guiding teams towards operational excellence.

Important Information

• Location: Repentigny, Quebec
• Position type: Full-time
• Sector: Automotive / Manufacturing
• Compensation: Competitive, annual review, and potential incentives
• Benefits: Group insurance, retirement plan, ongoing training, work conditions focused on safety and teamwork

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate workshop activities (repairs, maintenance, quality control) to meet deadlines and industry standards.
• Plan and assign daily tasks to technicians and operators; optimize resource utilization and cycle times.
• Guide, train, and evaluate team members; identify training needs and ensure skill development.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality procedures, and risk prevention; promote a safety and compliance culture.
• Collaborate with production, purchasing, and after-sales service to ensure parts availability and quality of deliveries.
• Monitor performance indicators (productivity, scrap rate, deadlines, quality) and initiate continuous improvement actions.
• Manage tools, inventory, and maintenance of workshop equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement and process optimization by applying lean manufacturing best practices.

Profile Sought

• Minimum of 3 years of experience supervising workshops in automotive or manufacturing.
• Proven leadership, excellent ability to unite and delegate; proactive and results-oriented.
• Knowledge of production, maintenance, and quality control processes; familiarity with ERP systems and planning tools.
• Fluency in French; technical English preferred.
• Good organizational skills, rigor, and internal client service orientation.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Technical Skills and Safety

• Implementation and monitoring of safety procedures and OHS standards; ability to facilitate safety briefings.
• Reading and interpreting technical documents and simple plans; use of workshop equipment and software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and inventory and production management tools.

Advantages and Conditions

• Competitive salary with annual review and potential incentives.
• Group insurance and retirement plan.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Work environment focused on safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures.
• Stable schedule and overtime opportunities based on operational needs.

Main Tasks

• Track work progress.
• Distribute work and optimize resource allocation.

Experience

• 3 years as Workshop Foreman / Supervisor
• 6 years as Mechanic / Technician
• 3 years as Assistant Service Manager

Working Conditions

• Medical and paramedical expense coverage
• Disability insurance
• Drug insurance
• Life insurance
• Travel insurance
• Performance bonus
• Cafeteria
• Continuing education
• Employee discounts
• Gym
• Free parking
• Public transportation nearby

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